1 C1 idiomatic slang
To fall asleep unintentionally, often due to fatigue or the effect of a drug or medication.
"He doped off in the middle of the movie after taking his pain medication."
dope off
C1 slang intransitive
To fall asleep, especially in a drowsy or drug-induced state.
In plain English
To fall asleep slowly, especially because you feel very tired or have taken something.
What does "dope off" mean?
One main meaning — here's how to use it.
Literal vs figurative
Words literally mean
To drift off as if doped (sedated).
Actually means
To fall asleep slowly, especially because you feel very tired or have taken something.
Usage tip
Rare and mainly informal American English. Often implies the sleep is caused by medication, drugs, or extreme fatigue. Less common than 'doze off' or 'nod off'.
Words that pair with "dope off"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
couch chair medication quickly finally
How to conjugate "dope off"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
dope off
I/you/we/they
3rd person
dopes off
he/she/it
Past simple
doped off
yesterday
Past participle
doped off
have + pp
-ing form
doping off
continuous
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