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Offset, n., 4.

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  1. n. Offset, n., 4.
  2. n. A backset; a countercurrent; an eddy.
  3. n. A backset; a check; a repulse; a reverse; a relapse.
  4. n. an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating
  5. 1. (Arch.) Offset, n., 4. 2. A backset; a countercurrent; an eddy. [U. S.] 3. A backset; a check; a repulse; a reverse; a relapse. [Colloq. U.S.]
  6. n:100 n an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating