turnoff

• Nom avec deux sens distincts : quelque chose qui fait perdre l'intérêt ou l'enthousiasme, ou une route secondaire qui se détache d'une route principale.

A noun with two distinct meanings: something that causes a loss of interest or enthusiasm, or a side road that branches off from a main road.

1. Cause of disinterestB2informal

   Something that makes you lose interest or feel repelled, especially in a romantic or social context.

   Frein, repoussoir

   • His constant bragging was a real turnoff.
   • Bad hygiene is a major turnoff on a date.
   • For many people, arrogance is a complete turnoff.

   Synonymesdeterrentdisincentivedownerput offrepellent

2. Exit roadB1formal

   A smaller road that branches off from a main road, allowing vehicles to leave it.

   bretelle de sortie

   • We missed the turnoff for the beach.
   • The turnoff to the village is just ahead.
   • Take the next turnoff to reach the gas station.

   Synonymesbranchexitside roadslip road

   Antonymesapproachentrance