Meaning of the word "put back" in English

What does "put back" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

put back

US /pʊt bæk/

UK /pʊt bæk/

to return something to its original place

Example:

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Please put the book back on the shelf when you're done.

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He put back the chair after he finished using it.

Synonym:

replace restore return

to delay or postpone something

Example:

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The meeting has been put back until next week.

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We had to put back our travel plans due to the bad weather.

Synonym:

postpone delay reschedule defer

to cause a clock or watch to show an earlier time

Example:

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Don't forget to put back your clocks an hour tonight for daylight saving.

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We need to put back the clock by an hour when autumn arrives.

Synonym:

set back turn back

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