Phrase guide

haul off

verb · 4 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To alter course so as to get farther away from an object.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: nautical, transport

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: haul round

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To leave.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

3

verb

Meaning 3

To draw back the arm in order to punch.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal

Examples

  • He just hauled off and socked him in the jaw.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

4

verb

Meaning 4

take away by means of a vehicle

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • They carted off the old furniture

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: cart off, cart away, haul away

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: take away, take out

History

Etymology

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