Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
down-pat
idiom
/ˌdaʊnˈpæt/
Definition
Having a thorough understanding or knowledge of something, especially through practice.
Examples
- After weeks of studying, she had the formula down-pat for the final exam.
- He knows the routine down-pat and can teach it to others effortlessly.
- Once you practice regularly, you’ll get it down-pat.
Meaning
The term ‘down-pat’ refers to the state of being able to perform something with ease due to familiarity and practice.
Synonyms
- Mastered
- Perfected
- Fluent
