burn off
The term "burn off" is used in various contexts, from exercise and broadcasting to oil extraction and natural phenomena like fog dissipation.
Definition
B2General
To remove or reduce something by applying heat.
Example
- The sun will eventually burn off the morning fog.
- They burned off the old paint with a blowtorch.
B1Exercise
To use up energy or calories through physical activity.
Example
- Jogging is a great way to burn off excess calories.
- He goes to the gym to burn off stress.
C1Television
(broadcasting)To air remaining episodes of a low-rated or canceled show, often in less desirable time slots.
Example
- The network decided to burn off the remaining episodes during the summer.
C2Oil
(technical)To dispose of unusable explosive natural gas from an oil well by burning it as it emerges.
Example
- The excess gas was burned off to prevent dangerous build-ups.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "burn off":
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