释义 |
setoff \ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷\ noun (-s) Etymology: set off 1. : something that is set off against another thing: a. : something used to improve the appearance of anything : decoration, ornament b. : compensation, counterbalance 2. : offset 3a 3. : the discharge of a debt by setting against it a distinct claim in favor of the debtor; also : the claim itself — compare counterclaim, cross claim, recoupment 4. : offset 8a 5. : a railroad car removed from a train to a siding between yards or terminals |