spoken for

The phrase "spoken for" implies that something or someone is no longer available because they have been claimed or committed to by someone else.

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Definition

B2General

(common)Already claimed or reserved by someone, making it unavailable for others.

Example

  • I wanted to buy that book, but it was already spoken for.

B2Romantic Relationships

(informal)In a committed romantic relationship and not available for dating.

Example

  • I'm sorry, I can't go out with you—I'm spoken for.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "spoken for":

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