Stave off(phrasal verb)
To hold someone or something off/ to defend against the attack of someone or something.
Hindi meaning:रोकना
Synonyms: Hold off, Ward off, To delay (from imminent danger)
Antonyms: To fail, Not to meet the standards
Example: The army staved off the attackers for three hours without letup.
Forms: Stave off, Staved off, Staved off
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