dust off
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To remove dust from.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To use something after a long time without it.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To jilt or desert (a person).
Register: slang
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “dust off” mean?
To remove dust from.
Is “dust off” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.