put it down
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To behave impressively; to do everything correctly.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
You can't beat me, I'm putting it down.
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).
Common questions
What does “put it down” mean?
To behave impressively; to do everything correctly.
Is “put it down” formal or informal?
put it down is generally slang.