General
knock off
What does knock off mean?
To finish work for the day; 'knock-off time' is the end of the workday.
"We knock off at five on Fridays."
Origin
From 'knock off' (cease); common Australian workplace usage.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'knock off' mean in Australia?
It means to finish work for the day; 'knock-off time' is when the workday ends.
Where does 'knock off' come from?
It comes from the general sense of 'knock off' meaning to cease or stop, and is standard Australian workplace slang.
How do you use 'knock off'?
Say it about clocking off, as in 'We knock off at five on Fridays.'
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