The economic historian Angus Maddison created the term "Western offshoots". According to Maddison’s classication, “Western Offshoots” consist of the United States, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.
David: "Hey that was nice, do you want to play monopolyright now"
Vivi: "Oh, not now, you know I have to drown the offshoots first. Plus, I would prefer to play scrabble."
n. A Christmas Eve or Christmas Day spent offshore on a rig or platform in Norway. Usually celebrated with a large, elaborate meal and boxes of chocolates.