Meaning of the word offline in English

What does offline mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

offline

US /ˌɑːfˈlaɪn/
UK /ˌɒfˈlaɪn/
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Adjective

not connected to or served by a computer or telecommunications system

Example:
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The system is currently offline for maintenance.
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You can still access some features even when you are offline.
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Adverb

while not connected to a computer or telecommunications system

Example:
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You can download the content and view it offline later.
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Let's discuss this offline, after the meeting.
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