Looking for the meaning of the word OFFHAND in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of OFFHAND with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Offhand
Speech Type: Adjective
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˌɒfˈhand
Dialects: British English
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈɒfˌhand
Dialects: British English
Definition:
ungraciously or offensively nonchalant or cool in manner
Short Definition:ungraciously or offensively nonchalant or cool in manner
Examples:- you were a bit offhand with her this afternoon
Word: Offhand
Speech Type: Adverb
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˌɒfˈhand
Dialects: British English
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈɒfˌhand
Dialects: British English
Definition:
without previous thought or consideration
Short Definition:without previous thought or consideration
Examples:- I can't think of a better answer offhand
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