Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
put-back
phrasal verb
/pʊt bæk/
Definition
The act of returning something to its original place or position.
Examples
- After retrieving the book from the table, she decided to put it back on the shelf.
- He always makes sure to put back all the tools after using them in the garage.
- After the meeting, please don’t forget to put back the chairs to their original positions.
Meaning
To put something back means to restore it to where it was previously or to replace it after it has been moved or taken away.
Synonyms
- return
- replace
- restore
