noun
- plural of offing; the more distant part of the sea as seen from the shore
Usage: nautical
Examples
- Several ships were visible in the offings beyond the harbor.
- The storm clouds gathered in the offings, threatening the coastal town.
- Fishermen watched the offings for signs of approaching weather.
- The lighthouse guided vessels safely through the offings.
- Whales were spotted feeding in the offings during migration season.