Meaning
To avoid walking on or touching something.
Example Sentence
"The sign clearly says 'Keep off the grass'."
Synonyms
stay off
avoid
not touch
Usage Note
This phrasal verb is separable. When using a noun object, it can go between the verb and particle or after the particle. When using a pronoun object, it must go between the verb and particle (e.g., "turn it off" not "turn off it").