jock off
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
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.