1. to delay dealing with someone until a later time.
> I hate to keep putting you off, but we are not ready to deal with you yet.

2. to repel someone; to distress someone.
> You really put people off with your scowling face.
> You put off people with your arrogance.

3. to avoid or evade someone.
> I don't wish to see Mr. Brown now. Please put him off.
> I won't talk to reporters. Tell them something that will put them off.