Off-duty (adjective)

Not currently working or performing one's job or duty.

Origin:

Derived from the phrase 'off duty', which means 'not required to be working or performing one's job or duty at the present time'. this adjective is often used to describe someone who is a police officer or a soldier who is not currently working or performing their duties.

Examples:

  1. The police officer was off-duty when he witnessed the accident.
  2. The soldier was relaxing at home, off-duty from his military duties.
  3. The doctor was off-duty and not available to see patients.
  4. The teacher was enjoying a weekend, off-duty from her job.
  5. The firefighter was off-duty and not on call for emergencies.
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