once-off
|once/off|
B2
🇺🇸
/wʌns ɔf/
🇬🇧
/wʌns ɒf/
one-time occurrence
Etymology
Etymology Information
'once-off' originates from English, combining 'once' meaning 'one time' and 'off' indicating 'separate or distinct'.
Historical Evolution
'once-off' evolved from the phrase 'once and for all', emphasizing a singular occurrence.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'one time only', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35