Offset Definition
offset
noun
- the time at which something is supposed to begin; "they got an early start"; "she knew from the get-go that he was the man for her"
- a compensating equivalent
- a horizontal branch from the base of plant that produces new plants from buds at its tips
- a natural consequence of development
- a plate makes an inked impression on a rubber-blanketed cylinder, which in turn transfers it to the paper
- structure where a wall or building narrows abruptly
verb
- compensate for or counterbalance; "offset deposits and withdrawals"
- make up for; "His skills offset his opponent's superior strength"
- cause (printed matter) to transfer or smear onto another surface
- create an offset in; "offset a wall"
- produce by offset printing; "offset the conference proceedings"
"Offset" in song lyrics
See how offset is used in real songs:
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"My profit is crazy the error that I offset"
Fed-X f/ Cash & 100 Proof — Fedy Cheese -
"Type inna everybody. White, Black, to Chinie pass the Heini, onset offset."
Leaders of the New School — A Quarter to Cutthroat -
"machete addict, send that ego slice to your neck and leave you offset"
Omni f/ Motion Man, Sklim Milks — Shadows
Words that rhyme with offset
Usage tips for "offset"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "offset" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for offset to find words that pair well.