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    Hi. What does knock-off mean as a noun?
    Thank you?

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    A knock-off is an unauthrized copy of a brand-name product which is sold at a much lower price than the original. Rolex watches, Louis Vuitton handbags and Tommy Hilfiger sportswear are frequently seen at absurdly low prices. These are probably knock-offs.
    Caveat emptor.

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    Quote Originally Posted by annnep View Post
    Hi. What does knock-off mean as a noun?
    Thank you?
    Did you try Google? I did. Click here.
    riquecohen and 5jj like this.

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    Default Re: knock-off

    Quote Originally Posted by annnep View Post
    Hi. What does knock-off mean as a noun?
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    An illegal copy of an expensive item, such as designer clothing, perfume etcetera.

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    Default Re: knock-off

    Thanks to all.
    Next time I should try google first before trying the dictionary.

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