off-air
|off-air|
B2
🇺🇸
/ɔf ɛr/
🇬🇧
/ɒf eə/
not broadcasting
Etymology
Etymology Information
'off-air' originates from the combination of 'off' and 'air', where 'off' meant 'not on' and 'air' referred to 'broadcasting'.
Historical Evolution
'off-air' evolved from the concept of 'off the airwaves', eventually becoming the modern English term 'off-air'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not on the airwaves', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not being broadcast on television or radio.
The show is currently off-air due to technical difficulties.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45