What is the meaning of drop-off?

noun

  • A noticeable deterioration in performance or quality.
    • usage: "the team went into a slump"; "a gradual slack in output"; "a drop-off in attendance"; "a falloff in quality"
  • A steep high face of rock.
    • usage: "he stood on a high cliff overlooking the town"; "a steep drop"
  • A change downward.
    • usage: "there was a decrease in his temperature as the fever subsided"; "there was a sharp drop-off in sales"
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