set off


Meanings

  • structure where a wall or building narrows abruptly
  • put in motion or move to act;
  • leave;
  • direct attention to, as if by means of contrast;
    • "I set off these words by brackets"
  • cause to burst with a violent release of energy;
  • make up for;
  • set in motion or cause to begin;
  • provoke or stir up;
    • "set off great unrest among the people"