cast off

general nautical knitting

The phrase "cast off" is versatile and used in various contexts including discarding items, releasing boats, and finishing knitting projects.

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Definition

B2General

To discard or get rid of something no longer needed.

Example

She decided to cast off her old clothes and donate them to charity.

B2Nautical

(technical)To release a vessel from its moorings.

Example

The crew prepared to cast off the boat and begin their journey.

B2Knitting

(technical)To finish the last row of stitches and remove them securely from the needle.

Example

She cast off the stitches to complete the scarf.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "cast off":

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