1 C1 idiomatic slang
To avoid work or duties through laziness; to shirk responsibilities.
"He was always dossing off instead of finishing his assignments."
doss off
C1 slang intransitive
To avoid work or responsibilities by being lazy.
In plain English
To not do your work because you can't be bothered.
What does "doss off" mean?
One main meaning — here's how to use it.
Usage tip
British English slang, somewhat regional and uncommon. Close to 'skive off' but less frequently heard. Implies laziness rather than deliberate rebellion.
Words that pair with "doss off"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
work school lesson afternoon duties
How to conjugate "doss off"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
doss off
I/you/we/they
3rd person
dosses off
he/she/it
Past simple
dossed off
yesterday
Past participle
dossed off
have + pp
-ing form
dossing off
continuous
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