jock off

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Meaning · English

To replace (a jockey) with another.

Register: informal

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

Dawn Run's owner, Charmian Hill, who had insisted on trainer Paddy Mullins 'jocking off' his son Tony and putting up Jonjo O'Neill to ride her in the Gold Cup, was an awkward cuss too.

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 “jock off” mean?

To replace (a jockey) with another.

Is “jock off” formal or informal?

jock off is generally informal.