1 C1 idiomatic informal
(British, informal) To end a romantic relationship with someone; to break up with them.
"He binned her off after just three dates without any explanation."
separable
bin off
C1 informal separable transitive
British informal: to end a romantic relationship with someone, or to discard or cancel something.
In plain English
To get rid of something or someone — like throwing something in the bin (rubbish bin).
What does "bin off" mean?
2 meanings, ordered from most common to least. Color-coded by CEFR level.
2 C1 idiomatic informal
(British, informal) To discard or cancel something.
"We binned off the original plan and started from scratch."
separable
Literal vs figurative
Words literally mean
To put something in the bin (rubbish).
Actually means
To get rid of something or someone — like throwing something in the bin (rubbish bin).
Usage tip
Distinctly British English. The image is of putting something in the bin (dustbin/rubbish bin), i.e. throwing it away. Can be used for objects, plans, or people (romantic partners). Slightly harsh in tone.
Words that pair with "bin off"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
boyfriend girlfriend idea plan job relationship
How to conjugate "bin off"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
bin off
I/you/we/they
3rd person
bins off
he/she/it
Past simple
bined off
yesterday
Past participle
bined off
have + pp
-ing form
bining off
continuous
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