cork off
C1 slang inseparable intransitive
In simple words
To fall asleep.
Meanings
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idiomatic
slang
(Dated/regional slang) To fall asleep, especially unintentionally.
"Grandfather corked off in his armchair before dinner was even served."
Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes
Rare and largely dated. More commonly encountered in older British or Australian slang. Not in active everyday use. Learners should use 'doze off,' 'nod off,' or 'drop off' instead.
Commonly used with
chair sofa quickly
Forms
Base
cork off
I/you/we/they
3rd person
corks off
he/she/it
Past simple
corked off
yesterday
Past participle
corked off
have + pp
-ing form
corking off
continuous
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