keep off
To not go on something, not touch it, or to avoid a subject.
Meanings
To not step on or go onto an area.
"The sign on the lawn clearly said 'Keep off the grass'."
To avoid a subject or topic in conversation.
"Everyone knew to keep off the subject of his divorce — it was still too painful."
To stop consuming or using something habitually.
"The doctor told him to keep off alcohol for at least three months."
(Of weather) to not start; to stay away.
"We were lucky — the rain kept off until after the ceremony was over."
Very commonly seen on signs ('Keep off the grass'). Also used to mean avoiding a topic of conversation, or stopping consuming something (e.g. alcohol, cigarettes). 'Keep the rain off' means to prevent rain from reaching something.
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