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turn off

turn off


verb 
Definition:
 
1. transitive verb stop something operating: to make a machine or appliance stop working, or something stop flowing, by operating a control

2. transitive verb set something to off position: to move a device such as a button, knob, or lever so that a machine stops working or something stops flowing

3. transitive and intransitive verb go in new direction: to split off from a road or path and head a different way, or take a road or path that goes in a new direction

4. transitive and intransitive verb diminish enthusiasm: to diminish or destroy somebody's interest or excitement, or stop being interested or excited ( informal )

5. transitive verb prevent arousal: to prevent or stop somebody from becoming sexually interested or aroused ( informal )

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