tuck in
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
To pull the blankets or duvet up over (someone in bed); to put (someone) to bed.
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 pull the blankets or duvet up over oneself; to get in bed.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
To push (the fabric at the bottom of a shirt) under the pants.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “tuck in” mean?
To pull the blankets or duvet up over (someone in bed); to put (someone) to bed.
Is “tuck in” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.