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jump–off

noun \ˈjəmp-ˌf\

Definition of JUMP-OFF

1
:  the start of a race or an attack
2
:  a jumping competition to break a tie at the end of regular competition (as in a horse show)
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First Known Use of JUMP-OFF

1917

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