1. something that counterbalances or compensates for something else
2. a method of printing in which ink is transferred from a plate to a rubber surface and then to paper
Usage: printing

1. to counterbalance or compensate for something
2. to place or arrange at an angle or to one side

Examples

• The tax increase was offset by lower interest rates.
• Higher fuel costs offset the company’s increased revenue.
• The magazine was printed using offset lithography.
• The windows were offset to create an interesting architectural effect.
• We need to offset our carbon emissions by planting trees.
• The photographer offset the subject slightly to the left of center.