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Meaning of the word offshore in English

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offshore

US /ˌɑːfˈʃɔːr/
UK /ˌɑːfˈʃɔːr/
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Adjective

1.

located or situated at a distance from the coast

Example:
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The company operates several offshore oil rigs.
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They are building a new offshore wind farm.
Synonym:
maritimeseawardpelagic
2.

situated or operating in a foreign country, especially as a means of avoiding tax or strict regulations

Example:
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Many companies establish offshore accounts to reduce their tax burden.
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The investigation revealed a network of offshore shell companies.
Synonym:
foreigninternationaltransnational

Adverb

1.

away from the coast; out to sea

Example:
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The boat sailed offshore into deeper waters.
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The wind was blowing strongly offshore.
Synonym:
seawardout to sea
2.

in or to a foreign country, especially for financial or business purposes

Example:
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The company decided to move its manufacturing offshore.
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They invested heavily offshore to diversify their portfolio.
Synonym:
abroadoverseas
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