auction off
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To sell something at auction.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
I took your advice and auctioned off that old painting. You'll never believe I got over 2,000 pounds for it!
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “auction off” mean?
To sell something at auction.
Is “auction off” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.