offshore

US /ˈɔfˈʃɔr, -ˈʃor, ˈɑf-/

UK /ˌɒfˈʃɔ:(r)/

B2

adjective

  • (Of tax avoidance schemes) not in your country
  • (Of winds) coming from the land
  • Located or based in a foreign country, especially for financial advantage.

noun

  • A financial entity (company, bank account, investment, etc.) located outside one's country of residence, typically for tax or regulatory advantages.

adverb

  • Away from or at a distance from the shore.

verb

  • To relocate a business process or operation to another country, typically to reduce costs.