put in Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. verb introduce
   insert; stick in; introduce; inclose; enclose.
   
   • Insert your ticket here
2. verb keep or lay aside for future use
   salt away; stack away; hive away; stash away; lay in; store.
   
   • store grain for the winter
   • The bear stores fat for the period of hibernation when he doesn't eat
3. verb break into a conversation
   cut in; barge in; butt in; chisel in; break in; chime in.
   
   • her husband always chimes in, even when he is not involved in the conversation
4. verb set up for use
   instal; set up; install.
   
   • install the washer and dryer
   • We put in a new sink
5. verb make an application as for a job or funding
   submit.
   
   • We put in a grant to the NSF
6. verb to insert between other elements
   throw in; interject; interpose; come in; inject.
   
   • She interjected clever remarks

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