put away
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
To put (something) in its usual storage place; to place out of the way, clean up.
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
To store, add to one's stores for later use.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
To consume (food or drink), especially in large quantities.
Register: colloquial
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “put away” mean?
To put (something) in its usual storage place; to place out of the way, clean up.
Is “put away” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.