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off·shore
 offshore
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- pronunciation:
- awf
shor
- parts of speech:
- adverb, adjective
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
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adverb |
| definition: |
away from the shore.
The boat anchored offshore. |
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
turned or moving away from the shore.
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| definition 2: |
situated, taking place, or operating at a distance from the shore.
offshore islandsan offshore drilling operation
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| definition 3: |
designating property, investments, or businesses that are based or registered in a foreign country.
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