Definitions of put down:

  • verb:   cause to sit or seat or be in a settled position or place
  • verb:   put in a horizontal position
  • verb:   cause to come to the ground
  • verb:   make a record of; set down in permanent form
  • verb:   leave or unload, especially of passengers or cargo;
  • verb:   put down in writing; of texts, musical compositions, etc.
  • verb:   reduce in worth or character, usually verbally
    Example: "She tends to put down younger women colleagues"