English Word · Intermediate
offcut
To cut off
Pronunciation: /ˈɒfkʌt/
Meaning
A piece of material left over after the main part has been cut away.
Example
Many stockholders operate in a restricted space and it is thus difficult to allocate much room to offcut storage.
Many stockholders operate in a restricted space and it is thus difficult to allocate much room to offcut storage.
Practice tips
- Practice offcut out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.