Definition & Meaning of "come off"

to come off

[phrase form: come]

(of a portion or piece) to become detached or separated from a larger whole

to be perceived or received in a certain way

to occur in a specific way, often implying success or effectiveness

to stop taking medicine, a drug, alcohol, etc.

to succeed in achieving or doing something

Example

The plaque on the wall came off after years of wear and tear.

The wallpaper in the corner of the room came off, revealing the old layer underneath.

The paint on the ceiling started to come off in large flakes.

The sticker on the laptop started to come off at the edges.

The handle of the suitcase came off during the trip, making it difficult to carry.

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