Meaning of the word "ship off" in English

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

ship off

US /ʃɪp ɔf/
UK /ʃɪp ɒf/

Phrasal Verb

to send someone or something away, especially to a distant place or for a long period

Example:
They decided to ship off their old furniture to a charity.
My parents threatened to ship me off to boarding school.