Definition of see off

see offphrasal verb

tiễn đưa

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The phrase "see off" has its roots in maritime terminology, specifically the practice of seeing off a ship as it departs from a port. The verb "see" has multiple meanings, but in this context, it refers to watching or observing. "Off" is a preposition that means "away" or "in the opposite direction." When we put these words together, "see off" conveys the idea of watching as someone or something departs from a specific location. This idiom has expanded beyond its original maritime context and is now commonly used to refer to sending someone away by any means of transportation, such as an airplane, train, or automobile. The use of "see off" to send people off at social events or celebrations is a more recent development of the phrase. Overall, "see off" is a simple yet evocative expression that captures the mix of feelings that come with saying goodbye. It conveys a combination of sadness, sadness mixed with a hint of excitement, and an acknowledgment of new horizons and opportunities.

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to go to a station, an airport, etc. to say goodbye to somebody who is starting a journey

đi đến một nhà ga, sân bay, v.v. để tạm biệt ai đó đang bắt đầu một chuyến đi

to force somebody to leave a place, for example by threatening them or running after them

buộc ai đó rời khỏi nơi nào đó, ví dụ bằng cách đe dọa họ hoặc chạy theo họ

Example:
  • The dogs saw them off in no time.

    Những chú chó đã nhanh chóng đuổi theo họ.

to defeat somebody in a game, fight, etc.

đánh bại ai đó trong một trò chơi, cuộc chiến, v.v.

Example:
  • The home team saw off the challengers by 68 points to 47.

    Đội chủ nhà đã đánh bại đối thủ với tỷ số 68-47.

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