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to turn off
[phrase form: turn]
01
to cause a machine, device, or system to stop working or flowing, usually by pressing a button or turning a switch
Transitive
Examples
Do n't forget to turn off the TV when you're finished watching it.
02
to make someone strongly dislike something
Examples
The rude behavior of the waiter turned off the customers.
03
to alter the direction of a vehicle or object
Examples
The car turned off sharply to avoid colliding with the oncoming traffic.
Turn off
01
a characteristic, behavior, or feature that makes someone lose attraction or interest in a person or situation
SlangExamples
His arrogance is a huge turn off.
