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Doffed: meaning, definitions and examples

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doffed

 

[ dษ”หft ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

taking off

The term 'doffed' refers to the act of removing an article of clothing, especially a hat, as a sign of respect or salutation. It is often used in historical or literary contexts and conveys a sense of formal action. Doffed is the past tense of 'doff', and it invokes imagery of politeness and tradition, associated with bowing or taking off one's hat in front of others. This act can signify greeting or showing deference during social interactions.

Synonyms

removed, took off, unclad

Examples of usage

  • He doffed his hat as she entered the room.
  • The gentleman doffed his coat before sitting down.
  • She doffed her scarf as she entered the warm cafรฉ.

Translations

Translations of the word "doffed" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น despir

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‰เคคเคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช abnehmen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ melepaskan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฝัะฒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zdjฤ…ล‚

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่„ฑใ„ใ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท enlevรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ despojado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รงฤฑkarฤฑlmฤฑลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฒ—์€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฎู„ุน

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ svlรฉknout

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zloลพiลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่„ฑๆŽ‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ slekel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ afklรฆddur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัาฑะปัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฌแƒแƒกแƒ•แƒšแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ รงฤฑxarmaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ despojado

Etymology

The word 'doff' originated in the early 16th century, formed from the expression 'do off', which means to remove something. The prefix 'do' suggests the action of bringing about a change, while 'off' implies the act of taking away or detaching. It has been used in various literary works over the centuries, often in relation to courteous gestures like removing hats to show respect. Its usage has declined in modern vernacular, yet it remains prevalent in classical literature and historical accounts, retaining a sense of formality and tradition. The etymology reflects concerns of etiquette and societal norms, particularly during the times when the act of doffing a hat held significant social value.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,958 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.