drop–off

noun \ˈdräp-ˌȯf\

: a very steep downward slope

: a very large decrease in level or amount

: the act of taking someone or something to a place and then leaving : the act of dropping someone or something off

Full Definition of DROP-OFF

: a very steep or perpendicular descent

: a marked dwindling or decline <a drop–off in attendance>

: the act or an instance of making a usually brief deposit or delivery <drop–off points along the route>

See drop–off defined for English-language learners

1923

Synonyms: abatement, decline, decrement, dent, depletion, depression, diminishment, diminution, drop, drop-off, fall, falloff, loss, reduction, shrinkage, step-down

Antonyms: boost, enlargement, gain, increase, increment, raise, rise, step-up, uptick

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