Very nearly; imminent; close.

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see off, top, head. / (idiomatic) In an extemporaneous manner; without careful thought, preparation, or investigation.

(law) approximately.

(slang, idiomatic) a descriptive analogy of closeness. See like white on rice.

(transitive, idiomatic) To treat a problem as greater than it is; to blow something out of proportion; to exaggerate the importance of something trivial.

Alternative form of love apple

(idiomatic) To express one's opinion strongly; to voice one's disagreement or dissatisfaction, especially with another person; to scold or rebuke someone.

(nautical, military) A large square-rigged warship large enough to have a place in the line of battle, with up to 140 guns on at least two decks. A capital ship from the age of sail, superior to a frigate; usually, a seventy-four, or three-decker.

present participle of tell off

(informal) A reprimand, reproach, or lecture.