off-topic
|off/top/ic|
B2
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/ɔf ˈtɑpɪk/
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/ɒf ˈtɒpɪk/
not related
Etymology
Etymology Information
'off-topic' originates from the English words 'off' and 'topic', where 'off' meant 'away from' and 'topic' meant 'subject of discussion'.
Historical Evolution
'off-topic' has been used in modern English to describe something that deviates from the main subject of discussion.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'away from the main subject', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not related to the main subject being discussed.
His comments were off-topic and didn't contribute to the discussion.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35