off-road

adj, verb — 3 senses

off-road

adj

Etymology From off- + road.

1

Designed for, used for, or taking place on a driving surface that is not traditionally paved, such as a beach or rugged terrain.

  • At the heart of this effort is Assembly Bill 1346, signed into law in 2021, which targets small off-road engines (SOREs) like gas-powered generators, lawnmowers, and leaf blowers.2025 May 4, Stacey Sloughfy, “How California's Upcoming State Ban Will Impact RVs And Camping Trips”, in The Travel:
2

Synonym of off-street.

  • off-road parking
Derived terms
off-roader

off-road

verb

Etymology From off- + road.

1

To travel in rugged terrain instead of on a paved track.

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