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Definition tuck into in British English

tuck into phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

to put a child into bed and make sure that they are warm and comfortable by covering them well

Example

He fed the children and tucked them into bed.

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2

to eat food with enthusiasm because you like it or because you are hungry

Example

I tucked into bacon and eggs and fried bread.

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3

to put the end of something such as a piece of clothing under or behind another piece in order to make it tidy

Example

He straightened the shirt and tucked it into his trousers.

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Definition tuck into in British English