Put back

verb

Word Frequency: 1.2

Definitions

1.verbTo return something to its original place.

"He carefully put the vase back on the shelf."

2.verbTo turn back; to return.

3.verbTo postpone an arranged event or appointment.

"The meeting has been put back to 5.00 pm."

4.verbTo drink fast; to knock down alcohol.

"You'll need to put that drink back quickly; it's very nearly closing time."

5.verbTo change the time in a time zone to an earlier time.

"Don't forget that this Sunday we put the clocks back an hour."

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