Dictionary Only:
Explicit Words:

STAVE OFF

(verb)
Did you mean?
Also try..

Definitions

There is 1 meaning of the phrase Stave Off.

Stave Off - as a verb

Prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening; to protect from or to keep away anything undesirable; to ward off

Example: "Let's avoid a confrontation"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
avert8avoid9debar8deflect13fend offforefend15forfend14head offobviate12ward off

Example Sentences

"He took vitamin C to stave off the cold."
"She exercised regularly to stave off weight gain."
"The company implemented cost-cutting measures to stave off bankruptcy."
"They used mosquito repellent to stave off insect bites."
"He drank coffee to stave off sleepiness during the meeting."
View more

Word Variations & Relations

A-Z Proximities

Add 1 Letter To Make These Words...

WordDB Icon
WordDB
United Kingdom
Download the WordDB app directly on your home screen for instant access. No App Store necessary, less than 1MB storage, always up-to-date and secure.
1.
Tap on share button
2.
Tap on Add To Home Screenadd button
3.
Find WordDB App Icon on your home screen