Offsets Synonyms and Antonyms

To act as an equalizing weight or force to
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. countervails
  2. counterpoises
  3. counterbalances
  4. counteracts
  5. compensates
  6. balances
A horizontal branch from the base of plant that produces new plants from buds at its tips
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. runners
A natural consequence of development
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. branches
  2. offshoots
  3. outgrowths

Offsets Sentence Examples

  • It is propagated by offsets, which are often planted in September or October, but the principal crop should not be got in earlier than February or the beginning of March.

  • Attached to the rod by offsets are one or more plunger or bucket pumps, set at intervals in the shaft.

  • They are readily propagated by offsets or by seed.

  • The breeder bulbs and their offsets may grow on for years producing only self-coloured flowers, but after a time, which is varied and indefinite, some of the progeny "break," that is, produce flowers with the variegation which is so much prized.

  • Tulips are usually increased by offsets, which most varieties produce in fairly large numbers.

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