put it down

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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.