verb
Meaning 1
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see put, it, to.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
- I will put it to you very candidly.
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Phrase guide
put it to
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verb
Meaning 2
To put up for consideration.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
- put it to a vote
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verb
Meaning 3
To overload with work or obligations.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
- You really put it to him, making him do all the heavy-lifting.
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verb
Meaning 4
To blame on.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
- They did not have an easy scapegoat, so they put it to the leader.
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verb
Meaning 5
To exploit an unfair advantage; to cheat; to swindle.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
- That mechanic put it to Sam.
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verb
Meaning 6
Alternative form of stick it to.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: alt-of, alternative
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Etymology
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