Question

Choose the correct meaning of the given phrasal verb from the options:
Take off
a) To wear
b) To remove
c) To collect
d) To snore

Answer 1

Hint: The phrase “take-off” means to physically remove something or someone from someone, oneself, or something else. For example, “Take-off your shoes before entering the room.”

Complete answer:
Let us look at the options given to us and find the most appropriate meaning of the given phrasal verb.
Option a “to wear” means to carry or put something on the body for covering, support, or ornamental use. For e.g. ‘to wear a hat’. This is not the meaning of the phrase “take-off”. Thus, option ‘a’ is incorrect.
Option b “to remove” means to take something off or away from someone, something, or somewhere. The phrase “take-off” also means the same. Both have a similar meanings and are therefore synonyms. Thus, option ‘b’ is the correct answer.
Option c “to collect” means to bring together at one place or into one body. For e.g., a collection of coins, a collection of books., etc. This is not the meaning of the given phrasal verb ‘take-off’. Thus, the option ‘c’ is incorrect.
Option d “to snore” means to make a rough rattling noise during inspiration (breathing in) when asleep. For e.g., “I could not sleep as my roommate kept snoring throughout the night.” This is not the meaning of the given phrase. Thus, option ‘d’ is incorrect.

Note:
 One example of the phrase ‘take-off’ is, ‘Take off your shoes before entering the room.’ Here take off means to remove shoes.