Mailed off meaning slang
A slang term!
"Mailed off" is a slang expression that means to send someone off or get rid of them, often in a humorous or playful way. It's similar to saying "shipped off" or "sent packing."
Example sentences:
- "I'm so done with my roommate, I'm mailing him off to his own place."
- "My boss is mailing me off to a new project, I'm so excited!"
- "I'm mailing off my in-laws after they stayed for a week, I need some peace and quiet."
The phrase is thought to have originated from the idea of sending someone off like a package in the mail, as if they're a pesky item that needs to be gotten rid of. It's often used in a lighthearted or joking manner, and is commonly used in informal settings, such as with friends or in online communities.