Meaning of the word "fall off" in English

What does "fall off" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

fall off

US /fɔːl ɔːf/

UK /fɔːl ɔːf/

to decrease in quantity or quality; to decline

Example:

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Sales tend to fall off during the winter months.

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His performance has started to fall off recently.

Synonym:

decline drop wane diminish deteriorate

to become detached or separated from something

Example:

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The button fell off his shirt.

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Be careful not to fall off the ladder.

Synonym:

detach drop come off separate

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