Phrasal Verbs

come off (1)

This page is about the phrasal verb come off (1)

Meaning

If something comes off, it becomes separated from the thing it's usually attached to.

For example

  • come off If the top of your pen comes off while it's in your top pocket, you could get a nasty ink stain on your shirt.

  • come off I couldn't open the door because the doorknob came off in my hand.

Quick Quiz

If the motor comes off while a speedboat is being driven, the boat will

a. go faster

b. go a bit slower

c. slow down and stop
a) go faster b) go a bit slower c) slow down and stop

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Contributor: Matt Errey