Meaning

• To remove via cutting.

• To isolate or remove from contact.

• To stop providing funds to (someone).

  "His parents cut him off to encourage him to find a job."

• To end abruptly.

  "My phone call was cut off before I could get the information."

• To interrupt (someone speaking).

  "That dingbat cut me off as I was about to conclude my thesis."

• To swerve in front of (another car) while driving.

• To turn off or switch off (an electrical device).

  "Cut off the lamp so I can get some sleep."