off day

noun — 2 senses

off day

noun
1

A day in which an employee is not scheduled to work; a day off.

  • Until they gain a little seniority at this hospital, newly hired nurses need not expect to have two consecutive off days.
2

A day in which a person is not performing up to their usual level of ability.

  • I understand any pitcher can have an off day but walking four batters in one inning is ridiculous!

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