STAVE OFF


Meaning of STAVE OFF in English

Function: verb

1

Synonyms: FEND (off), hold off, keep off, rebuff, rebut, repel, repulse, ward (off)

Related Words: beat off, drive (off), fight (off); block, parry

2

Synonyms: PREVENT 2, avert, deter, forestall, forfend, obviate, preclude, rule out, ward

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