To put down Meaning, Definition & Usage

Definitions

1. . (a) To lay down; to deposit; to set down. (b) To lower; to diminish; as, to put down prices . (c) To deprive of position or power; to put a stop to; to suppress; to abolish; to confute; as, to put down rebellion of traitors .

   Mark, how a plain tale shall put you down. Shak.

   Sugar hath put down the use of honey. Bacon.

   (d) To subscribe; as, to put down one's name.