Definition of Put
Put
put
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to set something in a particular place or to move it to a particular position, or to cause something to go to a particular point and stay for some time;
e.g. We should put the vase on a high shelf so it doesn't get knocked over.
(verb)
to bring someone/something to a particular condition or state or to set them on a particular course;
e.g. The noises in the empty house put her on edge and made her nervous. He put on a special exercise regiment to build his strength.
(verb)
to print or write something on a surface, or broadly, to express a comment or convey a thought in a particular form or way;
e.g. I will put my name on the inside of the book so that I know it is mine. She tried to put her feedback kindly so that she wouldn't offend them.
(verb)
to guess something to be the case, for example to hold someone/something responsible for a circumstance or to estimate some amount/quantity;
e.g. You can put the blame for this accident on them, since it is the result of their carelessness. He tried to put a number on the cost of the project so that he could plan his expenses.
(noun)
the action of throwing some heavy object with an overhand motion, similar to pushing it forward over one's shoulder, especially as an athletic activity;
e.g. He practiced his put so that he could throw further.
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