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/ɒd/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A thing that is strange or unusual.
The times I spotted a shooting star are just odd in my memory.
A small amount; a few or odd numbers.
I have a couple of odds and ends to take care of before the weekend.
adjective
Different from what is usual or expected; strange or unusual.
It's odd to see snow in April.
Having an uneven number; not divisible by two.
She has three odd socks and one matching pair.
Occasional or informal; not part of a regular or systematic arrangement.
He made an odd appearance at the party last week.
Left over; remaining or in excess.
There were some odd pieces of furniture that didn't match.
Etymology
From Old English 'odda', meaning 'uneven' or 'strange'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
odd man out
The one who is different from a group.
odd job
A small, casual job or task.
odd one out
A person or thing that does not belong to a group.
make odd
To make something less than paired or even.
Related Words
oddity
Something that is odd or peculiar.
oddness
The state of being odd.
Slang Meanings
Someone who acts differently from the norm.
He's a bit odd, but that's what makes him fun to be around.
Strange or unexpected situation.
That was an odd turn of events.