1 C1 idiomatic slang
(Dated/regional slang) To fall asleep, especially unintentionally.
"Grandfather corked off in his armchair before dinner was even served."
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cork off
C1 slang inseparable intransitive
Dated or regional informal slang meaning to fall asleep, especially unintentionally.
In plain English
To fall asleep.
What does "cork off" mean?
One main meaning — here's how to use it.
Usage tip
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.
Words that pair with "cork off"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
chair sofa quickly
How to conjugate "cork off"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
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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