Phrase guide

off break

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A normal ball bowled by an off spin bowler, moving from off to leg (for a right-handed batsman).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: ball-games, cricket, games, hobbies, lifestyle, sports

Examples

  • His friend bowled an off break that was sent flying for six.
  • Bowling off breaks were a cup of tea for him.

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Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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