spell off English

Meaning spell off meaning

What does spell off mean?

spell off verb

— In a spelling bee, of two or more participants, to spell words one after the other until a champion is determined. Usually refers to a series of rounds of spelling in which no spellers are eliminated.

— (broadly) To participate in a spelling bee.

spell off verb

— (transitive) To relieve (a worker) temporarily by taking his or her place.