TURNOFF

turnoff

(noun) a side road where you can turn off; “I missed the turnoff and went 15 miles out of my way”

turnoff, negative stimulation

(noun) something causing antagonism or loss of interest

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

turnoff (plural turnoffs)

A road or path that branches off from a main one.

A distasteful or uninteresting event or practice.

Source: Wiktionary



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Word of the Day

2 April 2025

COVERT

(adjective) secret or hidden; not openly practiced or engaged in or shown or avowed; “covert actions by the CIA”; “covert funding for the rebels”


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Coffee Trivia

Plain brewed coffee contains almost no calories, while coffee with dairy products, sugar, and other flavorings is much higher in calories. An espresso has 20 calories. A nonfat latte has 72, while a flavored one has 134.

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