turnoff

/ˌtʌrn ˈɔf/
/ˈtʌnɒf/
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Other forms: turnoffs

Definitions of turnoff
  1. noun
    something causing antagonism or loss of interest
    synonyms: negative stimulation
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    type of:
    input, stimulant, stimulation, stimulus
    any stimulating information or event; acts to arouse action
  2. noun
    a side road where you can turn off
    “I missed the turnoff and went 15 miles out of my way”
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    type of:
    road, route
    an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation
Pronunciation
US
/ˌtʌrn ˈɔf/
UK
/ˈtʌnɒf/
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