ring off

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

Sense 1

Meaning · English

To disconnect at the end of a phone call.

Examples

I thanked him and rang off.

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

Buzz off; go away; shut up.

Register: dated, slang

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “ring off” mean?

To disconnect at the end of a phone call.

Is “ring off” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.