# put off

> English word · Verb

## Definitions
1. To postpone, especially through procrastination.
2. To delay (a task, event, etc.).
3. To distract; to disturb the concentration of.
4. To cause to dislike; to discourage (from doing).
5. To emit; to give off (an odor, smoke, etc.).
6. To take off (something worn).

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
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