sign-off
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/ˈsaɪnˌɔf/
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/ˈsaɪnˌɒf/
end communication
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sign-off' originates from the combination of 'sign' and 'off', where 'sign' meant 'to mark or indicate' and 'off' indicated 'completion or separation'.
Historical Evolution
'sign' and 'off' were used separately in Middle English and eventually combined to form the modern term 'sign-off'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to mark the end of something', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a concluding statement or action, especially at the end of a broadcast or communication.
The news anchor gave a cheerful sign-off before the program ended.
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Last updated: 2025/02/27 19:22