English · Daily Life
put away
/pʊt əˈweɪ/
[/pʊt əˈweɪ/]
store tidily
Beginnerverb
Definition
To place something in its proper place after using it. It implies tidying up.
Example
Put away your toys before dinner.
Put away your toys before dinner.
Etymology
From 'put' plus 'away', meaning to place out of sight or in storage.
How & Where It’s Used
Common when telling someone to tidy up.