offings
The word “offings” has 2 syllables: of-fings.
It's pronounced as /ˈɔːfɪŋz/.
What is synonym and antonym for offings?
In the thesaurus, “offings” has 3 synonyms and 3 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for offings along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for offings
- futures
- futurities
- tomorrows
Antonyms for offings
- antiquities
- pasts
- yesterdays
Meanings of offings
- noun
- The area of the sea in which a ship can be seen in the distance from land, excluding the parts nearest the shore, and beyond the anchoring ground.
- The distance that a ship at sea keeps away from land, often because of navigational dangers, fog and other hazards; a position at a distance from shore.
- The foreseeable future. Chiefly in the phrase in the offing.
Example Sentences
- The sailors kept a close watch on the offings for any signs of incoming vessels.
- As the sun set, the offings were filled with boats preparing for the evening fishing trip.
- She pointed to the offings, excited to see a large yacht making its way towards the harbor.
- The fog rolled in from the offings, making it difficult to see the shoreline.
- In the offings, they noticed a storm brewing, prompting them to secure their equipment.
On this page you'll find 6 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to offings, such as: antiquities, futures, futurities, pasts, tomorrows, yesterdays.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.