spell-off
spell-off · spell-offs
In a spelling bee, an instance when two or more spellers go through several rounds…In a spelling bee, an instance when two or more spellers go through several rounds without any being disqualified.
Meaning
2 sensesIn a spelling bee, an instance when two or more spellers go through several rounds without any being disqualified.
(broadly)A spelling bee.
Origin
From spell + -off.From spell + -off.
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