bear off
The phrase "bear off" has versatile meanings in different contexts, from navigation to board games.
Definition
C1Nautical
(technical)To steer a vessel away from an obstacle, another vessel, or a dock to avoid collision or rubbing against it.
Example
- The captain ordered the crew to bear off from the rocky shore.
B2Backgammon
(technical)To remove one of your own checkers from the board.
Example
- She managed to bear off her last checker and won the game.
B2General
(informal)To gain or carry off something as a prize.
Example
- He bore off the trophy after a challenging competition.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "bear off":
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