stop off
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To make a short visit somewhere, on the way to another place, either same-day or overnight.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
It's a long drive across Texas, so we're going to stop off in Austin for a night.
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 fill (a part of a mould) with sand, where a part of the cavity left by the pattern is not wanted for the casting.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “stop off” mean?
To make a short visit somewhere, on the way to another place, either same-day or overnight.
Is “stop off” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.