double off
C1 informal intransitive
In simple words
To share or go off in pairs — though this expression is rarely used and may not be widely understood.
Literal meaning: To go off as a double (pair).
Meanings
1 C1 informal
To leave or depart in pairs, or to share a space with another person. (Rare and non-standard — prefer 'double up' or 'pair off'.)
"The soldiers doubled off in pairs to cover more ground."
Usage notes
Extremely rare and not standard. Some speakers may use it to mean doubling up to share a room or departing in twos, but 'double up' or 'pair off' are always preferable. ESL learners should avoid this form.
Forms
Base
double off
I/you/we/they
3rd person
doubles off
he/she/it
Past simple
doubled off
yesterday
Past participle
doubled off
have + pp
-ing form
doubling off
continuous
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