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Definition send down in British English

send down phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

to send someone to prison

Example

He's been sent down for five years for forgery.

Synonyms and related words
jail imprison detain
2

to be ordered to leave a university because you have behaved badly

Example

Eric was sent down for cheating in examinations.

Synonyms and related words
absence absenteeism attend
Definition send down in British English