doffing Meaning & Definition
ˈdäf
What Does Doffing Mean?
Doffing is a verb that means to remove (an article of wear) from the body. It is also used to mean to take off (the hat) in greeting or as a sign of respect.
Word Facts for Doffing
| Part of speech | verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈdäf/ |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | dousing, peeling (off) and putting off |
| Antonyms | donning, putting on and slipping (into) |
Doffing Definition (Verb)
- to remove (an article of wear) from the body
- to take off (the hat) in greeting or as a sign of respect
- to rid oneself of : put aside
Synonyms of Doffing
dousingpeeling (off)putting offremovingshrugging offtaking offdousepeel (off)put offremoveshrug offtake off
Doffing synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Doffing
Doffing in a Sentence
The rustics doffed their hats at the clergy.
Doff that stupid idea: it would never work.
the blazing sun soon had the men doffing their jackets
Word Forms & Grammar
doffed
doffing
doffs
doff
doff one's cap to
doff one's hat to
doffing (plural doffings)
Words That Rhyme With Doffing
Origin of Doffing
Middle English, from don to do + of off
First Known Use
14th century
How Do You Say Doffing?
Doffing is pronounced /ˈdäf/ and has 1 syllable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Doffing
What part of speech is doffing?
Doffing is a verb.
What is another word for doffing?
Words with a similar meaning to doffing include dousing, peeling (off) and putting off. See the full list of doffing synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of doffing?
Words opposite in meaning to doffing are donning, putting on, slipping (into) and throwing (on).