offtopic
/ɒfˈtɒpɪk/ · off.top.ic
adjective
- Not related to the main subject or topic of discussion The speaker's comment was off topic and confused the audience.
noun
- A comment or statement that is not relevant to the main subject or topic of discussion The off topic remark sparked a heated debate.
verb
- To make a comment or statement that is not relevant to the main subject or topic of discussion She off topic-ed the conversation by mentioning her personal life.
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Did you know? The phrase 'off topic' has become a common expression in online forums and social media, where it is often used to indicate that a comment or post is not relevant to the main conversation.