doff
verb (used with object)
to remove or take off, as clothing.
doffed
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past participleof doff.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof doff.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
doffverb (used with object)to remove or take off, as clothing.
Example Sentences
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The singer also doffed the top of his orange jumpsuit to reveal some sort of medical port or device inserted on the upper left side of his chest.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 17, 2026
He didn’t have to make the gesture; but it’s a measure of his decency that he doffed his hat to her.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 19, 2025
Coach Prime doffed his hat to the crowd and took a bow before a 90-something long-time fan literally kicked things off with her right foot as numerous former Colorado players looked on.
From Washington Times ● Apr. 26, 2023
He doffed his cap and clapped his hands in response.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 22, 2022
She doffed her coat, kicked off her galoshes, and put on a pair of moccasins.
From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam
