offline.
Of a system, currently not connected (generally electrically) to a larger network. For example, a power plant which is not connected to the grid, or a computer which is not connected to the Internet or to any other communications service.
Meaning & usage
Of a system, currently not connected (generally electrically) to a larger network. For example, a power plant which is not connected to the grid, or a computer which is not connected to the Internet or to any other communications service.
I saved the web pages so I could read them later offline.
He only had the option to play offline games because there was no Wi-Fi.
Happening in the physical world (the real world) as opposed to on the internet.
offline meetings
offline dating
Where this word comes from
From off- + line.
While offline; with an offline system.
Outside the current meeting, in a more private setting.
Where this word comes from
From off- + line.
To take (a system, etc.) offline; to demote from an active or online state.
To raid another player's base while that player is not currently playing.
Where this word comes from
From off- + line.
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Last enriched 2026-09-10. Definitions are in English. Romanizations are shown when supplied by the source; syllable estimates are omitted for unsupported scripts.