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noun
That which comes off or the act or process of coming off; emission.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
The way any thing or business turns out; the way a person comes off from an encounter or enterprise; result; outcome; reception.
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noun
An apology; excuse.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: Scotland, UK, dialectal
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noun
An escape or evasion by subterfuge or pretext; a way of avoiding or getting out of a difficult or uncomfortable situation.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: Scotland, UK, dialectal
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noun
An exhibition of temper.
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History
From off- + come.
