knockoff

English

noun
Definitions
  • An imitation of something, particularly a well-known product, usually lower in quality and price than the original.
  • A device in a knitting machine to remove loops from the needles.

Etymology

Compound from English knock + English off (first element of noun).

Origin

English

off

Gloss

first element of noun

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