off-duty
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ti, -ˈdyu-, ˈɒf- adjective
1.
not engaged in the performance of one's usual work: an off-duty police officer.
2.
of, pertaining to, or during a period when a person is not at work.
Origin:
1850–55
1850–55
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Off-duty officers are scheduled through the police department.
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