put短语及详细用法

1、put about phrasal verb 1 put (something) about or put about (something) Brit : to tell many people about (something)They put about the news that he was resigning. = They put it about that he was resigning.2 a of a boat or ship : to change directionThe ship put about and sailed back out to sea.2 b pu

2、t (something) about : to cause (a boat or ship) to change directiona boat that can be put about quicklyput across phrasal verb 1 put (something) across or put across (something) : to cause (something) to be clearly understood : to get (something) acrossShe has had trouble putting her message acrosst

3、o voters.2 put (yourself) across as (something) : to cause (yourself) to appear to be (a particular type of person)He tries to put himself across as =to make other people believe that he is a nice guy.put aside phrasal verbput (something) aside or put aside (something)1 : to save or keep (something,

4、 such as money) to be used at a later timeShes been putting aside some money for a vacation.Can you put a few minutes aside for a short meeting?2 : to stop worrying or thinking about (something)We need to put these problems aside for now and get the work done.Its time to put aside our differences an

5、d start working together.put away phrasal verb 1 put (something) away or put away (something)1 a : to return (something) to the place where it belongsHe washed, dried, and put away the dishes after dinner.She put the pictures away for safekeeping.Put your notes away. Its time for the test.1 b : to s

6、ave or keep (something, such as money) to be used at a later timeHer parents started putting away money for her education the year she was born.1 c informal : to eat (a large amount of food)I used to put away huge meals before I went on a diet.That guy can really put it away!2 put (someone) away or

7、put away (someone)informal : to cause (someone) to bekept in a prison or mental hospitalHes a vicious criminal. I hope they put him awayfor the rest of his life.put back phrasal verb put (something) back or put back (something)1 : to return (something) to the place where it belongsRemember to put th

8、e vacuum cleaner back in the closet after youve used it.The books had been put back neatly on the shelf.2 Brit : to change (a planned event) to start at a later date or timeThey put back =pushed back, postponed the game until next week.The meeting has been put back from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.put by phrasa

9、l verb put (something) by or put by (something) chiefly Brit : to save (money) for a later timeShe has put some money by =put aside for emergencies.put down phrasal verb1 put (someone or something) down also put down (someone or something)1 a : to place (someone or something that you have been holdi

10、ng or carrying) on a table, on the floor, etc.She carefully put the vase down on the table.The police ordered him to put down the gun.I dont need you to carry me. Put me down!1 b : to add (someone or something) to a listDont forget to put down milk and bread on the shopping list.1 c informal : to sa

11、y critical or insulting things about (someone or something)He frequently puts down her work.Her parents are always putting her down.He puts himself down a lot, but hes really quite an attractive man. see also put-down2 put (something) down or put down (something)2 a : to write (something) : to recor

12、d (something) in writingShe says that the reporter put her quote downincorrectly.Every night, he puts his thoughts down in a journal.I need to put down my thoughts on paper before I forget them.What answer did you put down on the test?2 b : to give (an amount of money) as a first payment when you ar

13、e buying that costs a lot of moneyWe put 10 percent down on the house. = We put down a 10 percent deposit on the house.Put no money down and pay no interest on the car until next year.2 c : to put (something) in place on the floor or groundPutting down =installing a new hardwood floor would greatly

14、increase the value of your home.We put down a layer of mulch in the rose garden.2 d : to stop (a violent or dangerous activity) by using forceFederal troops were brought in to help put downthe riot.put down a rebellion/revolt/uprising2 e : to kill (an animal) in a way that causes it little pain usua

15、lly because it is injured or sickThey had to have their dog put down =put to sleep by the vet.2 f Brit : to end a telephone connectionShe said goodbye and put down the phone. =hung up the phoneShe put the phone down on him. =she hung up the phone while he was still to her2 g Brit : to formally sugge

16、st (something) as an idea to be discussed on by a group of people : to propose or introduce (something)putting down an amendment in Parliament3 put down or put (something) down or put down (something) chiefly Brit : to land or to cause (an airplane) to landOur plane put down =landed in New York arou

17、nd 2 p.m.somethingtalkingand votedThe pilot was forced to put =set the plane downin a field.4 put (someone) down or put down (someone) :to place (a baby or child) in a bed to sleepHe put the baby down (in her crib) for a nap.5 put (someone) down as (something) : to think of (someone) as (a specified

18、 kind of person or thing)Most people put him down as =believe that he is a fanatic.6 put (someone) down for (something): towritethename of (someone) on a listof people who will do or give (something)Can I put you down for a donation?=canI writethatyou will give a donation?Sure, put me down for $20.7

19、 put (something) down to (something): tosay orthinkthat (something)happenedbecause of (something)Lets put the mistake down to your inexperience and forget about it.The mistake was put down to =attributed to his inexperience.put forth phrasal verbput forth (something) or put (something) forthsomewhat

20、 formal1 : to suggest (an idea, plan, etc.) for people to think about or considerThe same argument has been put forth by many people in the opposition.I would like to put forth some alternatives.putting forth a plan/proposal/theory2 : to use (something, such as energy) for a particular purposeShe pu

21、t forth all her energy to win the race.They put forth a good effort.3 of a plant : to produce or send out (something) by growingThe trees are starting to put forth new leaves.put forward phrasal verb put (something) forward or put forward (something) somewhat formal : to suggest (something) for cons

22、ideration : proposeHe put forward =put forth a theory about how the accident may have occurred. put in phrasal verb 1 put (something) in or put in (something)1 a : to make (something) ready to be used in a certain place : installWe put in new cabinets just last year.In order to fix the car they have

23、 to put in a new engine.1 b : to add (a comment) to a conversation or argumentShe put a quick comment in about her busy schedule.Id like to put in a few words on his behalf. =to say something that supports himWould you mind putting in a good word for me? =would you say something good about me?You wi

24、ll each have a chance to put in your two cents. =to express your opinion1 c : to make an official statement, offer, or requestShe put in a plea of not guilty. =she pleaded not guiltyI need to put in =make, submit a report about this.You have two weeks to put in =submit a claim with the insurance com

25、pany.They are putting in =making a $300,000 offer for the house.Id like to put in =place an order for a dozen roses.Contractors have begun putting in bids for the job.1 d : to perform (a particular action)They put in an amazing performance last night.The prime minister put in a call to =called the W

26、hite House.I wont be able to stay at the party long, but Ill at least try to put in an appearance. =to go to the party for a short time1 e : to work or do something for (an amount of time)She put in 10 hours at the office yesterday.She put in a long day at work.He has put in his time (in jail), and

27、now he is a free man.2 put in (something) or put (something) in (something) : to use (a certain amount of energy or effort) when doing somethingIf we put in a little more effort, we could finish by this afternoon.He puts a lot of energy in his performances.3 put (something) in (something)3 a : to in

28、vest (money) into (something)She put her money in stocks and bonds.3 b used to say what causes you to have faith, confidence, etc.He puts his faith in reason/science.putting her trust in God4 put in for (something) : to ask for (something) in an official way : to formally request (something)He put i

29、n for a leave of absence.putting in for a promotion5 of a boat or ship : to enter a harbor or portThe ship put in at Sydney.put off phrasal verb 1 put (something) off or put off (something) : to decide that (something) will happen at a later time :postponeThe meeting has been put off until next week

30、. = Weput off (holding) the meeting until next week.Ive been meaning to call him, but I keep putting it off.Ive been putting off calling him.2 put (someone) off or put off (someone)2 a : to cause (someone) to waitI need to come up with an excuse to put off the bill collector.She finally called him a

31、fter putting him off all week.2 b : to cause (someone) to dislike someone or somethingDont let the restaura ntsdingy appeara nee putyou off - their food is great.I was put off by his rudeness.(ehiefly Brit) His rudeness put me off him =made me dislike him at onee. see also off-putting2 e Brit : to a

32、llow (someone) to get off a bus or other vehieleCould you put =let me off (the bus) at the next stop, please?put on phrasal verb 1 put (something) on or put on (something)1 a : to dress yourself in (elothing)She put on her new dress.Put on a hat and gloves.Ill put some clothes on and be right there.

33、1 b : to apply (something) to your face or bodyputting on lipstick/mascara/lotionShe puts on far too much makeup.despiteWetried to put on a happy/brave face =we tried to appear happy/brave our concern.1 c : to add to or increase the amount of (something)The fire was getting low and we needed to put

34、onmore wood.She put on =gained 40 pounds during her pregnancy.Hes put on some weight recently.1 d : to cause (a machine, a light, etc.) to begin to workWould you mind if I put =turned the TV on?Somebody put on the lights.1 e : to cause (something) to begin to be heard, seen, produced, etc.put on a r

35、ecord/CD/albumputting on some musicWe put on the air-conditioning/heat in the car.1 f : to start cooking or making (something)Let me know when to put on the rice.He put on a pot of coffee for his guests.1 g : to produce (something that entertains people, such as a play, a party, etc.)Theyre putting

36、on a concert.He always puts on a great show/performance.The town puts on a fireworks display every Independence Day.We are putting on a barbecue for everyone in the neighborhood.2 put (something) on (someone or something)2 a : to say that (someone or something) is responsible for or guilty of (somet

37、hing)Responsibility for the accident was put on the other driver.He puts much of the blame for his problems onthe government.2 b : to bet (an amount of money) on (someone or something)We put $2 on the favorite to win.putting money on horse races3 put (someone or something) on (something) :to add (so

38、meone or something) to(a list or group of related things)She asked to have her name put on the list of candidates.They put her on the list.We put several new dishes on the menu.“ Bartender, Ill have another beer.” “ Okay, Ill put it on your bill. ”4 put (someone) on or put on (someone) chiefly US, i

39、nformal : to say things that are not true to (someone) in a joking way : to trick or fool (someone) for amusementHe said he knew the President, but I think he was just putting me on. =(Brit) having me on see also put-on, 25 used to say that you would like to speak to someone on the phoneHi Dad. Coul

40、d you put Mom on? =could you give Mom the phone so that I can speak to her?Put Dave on the phone, please.6 put (someone) on (something) : to tell (someone) to use or do (something)Her doctor put her on medication. =her doctor prescribed medication for herHe decided to put himself on a diet. =to go o

41、n a diet7 put (someone) on to (something) : to give (someone) information about (something) : to tell (someone) about (something that he or she did not know about before)A friend of mine put me on to this book in high school.put out phrasal verb 1 put (something) out or put out (something)1 a : to c

42、ause (something) to stop burning :extinguishShe put the fire out by pouring water on it.She put out her cigarette in an ashtray.1 b : to stop (something) from workingWho put out =turned off the lights?1 c : to take (something) outside and leave it thereI put the dog out in the backyard before leavin

43、g the house.putting horses out to graze(US) Dont forgetto put out the trash/garbage. =(Brit) Dont forget to putout the rubbish.1 d : to extend (something) outwardI put out my hand and he shook it eagerly.She put out her arm for them to stop.1 e : to place (something) where people may use itHe always

44、 put out a bowl of candy for the grandchildren.We should put out a few extra chairs in case more people arrive.1 f : to produce (something)This small radiator puts out a surprising amount of heat.They will have to put out considerable effort to meet the deadline.It was early spring, and the trees we

45、re just starting to put out their leaves.1 g : to make (something) available to be bought, used, etc.She plans to put out a new album in March.They need to be putting out cars that get better gas mileage.The information was given in a pamphlet put outby the universitys health department.Researchers

46、recently put out a report/study on the issue.The police have put out =issued a warrant for his arrest.Someoneput the word out =started telling people that the police were looking for her.2 put (someone) out or put out (someone)2 a : to annoy or bother (someone)All the attention didnt seem to put her

47、 out at all.Im a little put out that no one called to tell me they would be late.2 b : to cause (someone) to do extra work : to cause trouble for (someone)I hope my visit didnt put you out. =didnt inconvenience youPlease dont put yourself out just for us.2 c : to make (someone) unconsciousThe anesth

48、esia put him out for a little over three hours.2 d sports : to cause (someone) to be out in baseball or cricketThe runner was put out at second base. see also putout3 chiefly US, informal + impolite : to have sex with someoneDid she put out last night?4 of a boat or ship : to leave a harbor or portT

49、he ship put out to sea.put over phrasal verb 1 put (something) over or put over (something) :to cause (something) to be clearly understood : to put (something) acrossHe puts over very complicated concepts in a way that his students can understand.2 put (yourself) over as (something) : to cause (your

50、self) to appear to be (a particular type of person)She puts herself over as =makes other people believe that she is a modern, independent woman.3 put (something) over on (someone) : to lie about (something) to (someone) : to trick or deceive someoneDont try to put anything over on her. Shell see rig

51、ht through you.put through phrasal verb 1 put (something) through or put through (something) : to cause (something) to be accepted or done successfullyThey put through a number of reforms.tax cuts that were put through by former administrationsI asked Human Resources to help me put through=to help m

52、e get a transfer to a different department.2 put (someone) through (something) : to pay for (someone) to attend (school)She has a full-time job and is putting herself through college.3 put (someone or something) through (something) : to cause (someone or something) to experience (something)His docto

53、r put him through a series of tests.She put her parents through a lot when she was a teenager.Youve been put through quite an ordeal.Ive been put through hell!We put that truck through a lot when we owned it.The new software still needs to be put through its paces =it still needs to be tested before

54、 it can be made available to the public.4 put (someone or something) through or put through (someone or something)4 a : to cause a phone call from (someone) to be sent to another persons phonePlease hold while I put you through (to the manager).4 b : to cause (a phone call) to be sent to another per

55、sons phonePlease hold while I put your call through (to the manager).put together phrasal verb 1 put (something) together or put together (something)1 a : to create (something) by joining or gathering parts togetherYoull need a screwdriver to put the toy together.They put their first band together w

56、hen they were in high school.Help me put together a list of what we need at the store.She put a proposal together to give to the committee for consideration.Her outfit was very well put together. =the parts looked good together1 b used to say that someone or something is greater than the total of al

57、l the other people or things mentionedYoure smarter than all of those other guys put together.(something) withthe heat ruined2 put (something) together with (something) : to add or combine (something)I never would have thought of putting this wine together with fish.The lack of rain put together with =along with, combined with many of the regio