put aside
save for a purpose
to save something, especially money or time, so you can use it later for a particular reason.
I try to put aside a little money each month for unexpected expenses.
"put" — same verb, different meanings · Part 1 of 2
Phrasal verbs built on "put" — same verb, but the particle changes the meaning. Pick the one that fits.
put
aside
put asideto save something, especially money or time, so you can use it later for a particular reason.I try to put aside a little money each month for unexpected expenses.
down
put downTo move something you are holding and place it onto a table, floor, or another surface.She put down her bag on the chair and sat next to me.
forward
put forwardto suggest an idea, plan, or opinion for other people to think about or discuss, especially in a formal or group setting.During the meeting, she put forward a new strategy to improve team productivity.
off
put offto delay doing something until a later time.I had to put off my dentist appointment because I was too busy.
on
put onto dress yourself in a piece of clothingPut on a jacket, it's cold outside.
put down
to place something on a surface
To move something you are holding and place it onto a table, floor, or another surface.
She put down her bag on the chair and sat next to me.
put forward
propose (an idea, suggestion, or plan) for consideration
to suggest an idea, plan, or opinion for other people to think about or discuss, especially in a formal or group setting.
During the meeting, she put forward a new strategy to improve team productivity.
put off
postpone
to delay doing something until a later time.
I had to put off my dentist appointment because I was too busy.
put on
wear
to dress yourself in a piece of clothing
Put on a jacket, it's cold outside.