English · Phrasal verb Attested

tuck into

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To eat, especially with gusto.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

ăn, đặc biệt là với sự thèm ăn

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Where it’s used: Used American English

If you'll just let little Wackford tuck into something fat, I'll be obliged to you.

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).

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To place or secure someone or something into a snug location, with items being pushed, folded, or concealed in a tight space.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

đặt hoặc cố định ai đó hoặc thứ gì vào một vị trí vừa vặn

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Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

What does “tuck into” mean?

To eat, especially with gusto.

Is “tuck into” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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