off line

A form of offline — Of a system, currently not connected (generally electrically) to a larger network. For example, a power plant which is not connected to the grid, or a computer which is not connected to the Internet or to any other communications service.

Meanings

adjectiveoff line (not comparable)
  1. not comparablerareRare form of offline.
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