orphan off
The phrase "orphan off" conveys the idea of disconnection or isolation in various contexts, including social, technical, and typographical settings.
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Definition
C1Social
(formal)To separate a child from their parents or guardians, often placing them in foster care or for adoption.
Example
- The organization aims to support children who have been orphaned off due to various circumstances.
C1Computing
(technical)To render a digital object or resource unusable by removing all references to it.
Example
- The developer orphaned off the outdated code, making it inaccessible in the system.
C2Typography
(technical)To remove a single line of text left at the bottom of a page or column by adjusting the layout.
Example
- The editor orphaned off the dangling line to improve the document's readability.
Similar
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