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Definition put down for in British English

put down for phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

to write someone's name on a list so that they can take part in an activity or become a member of an institution or organization

Example

I've put my name down for the trip to Paris.

Example

It's the sort of school you have to put them down for at birth.

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2

to write on a list that someone agrees to give or take something

Example

I'll put you down for £20 then.

Example

Can you put me down for one of the puppies?

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Definition put down for in British English