fling off
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To cast away; to disown, abandon.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
He has flung us off; and leaves us to poverty.
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).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To throw out (a word or phrase); to exclaim.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To quickly take off (clothing)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “fling off” mean?
To cast away; to disown, abandon.
Is “fling off” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.