put away
The phrase 'put away' has various meanings depending on the context, ranging from storing items to consuming food and even to imprisonment.
Definition
A2Everyday Life
(common)To place something in its usual storage location.
Example
- Please put away your toys after playing.
- She put away the dishes in the cupboard.
B1Finance
(common)To save money for future use.
Example
- He puts away a portion of his salary every month.
- It's wise to put away some savings for emergencies.
B2Informal
(colloquial)To consume food or drink, especially in large quantities.
Example
- He put away an entire pizza by himself.
- They put away a lot of snacks during the movie.
B2Legal
(formal)To confine someone in prison or a mental institution.
Example
- The criminal was put away for ten years.
- She was put away in a psychiatric facility for treatment.
B2Sports
(technical)To defeat an opponent decisively in a competition or contest.
Example
- The team put away their rivals with a score of 4-0.
- He put away his opponent in the final round.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "put away":
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