spell off
The term "spell off" can refer to both competitive and workplace contexts, indicating either a part of a spelling bee or the act of taking over someone's duties temporarily.
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Definition
B2Spelling Bee
(competition)To take turns spelling words until a winner is determined.
Example
- The final two contestants had to spell off until one of them made a mistake.
B2Workplace
(informal)To temporarily take over someone's duties to give them a break.
Example
- I'll spell off Jim for a while so he can have his lunch break.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "spell off":
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