Entry Word: put

Function: verb

Meaning: 1 to arrange something in a certain spot or position <just put the books on the table for now> — see place 1
2 to convey in appropriate or telling terms <tried to think of a good way of putting the news> — see phrase
3 to decide the size, amount, number, or distance of (something) without actual measurement <put the time of the photograph at about noon> — see estimate 2
4 to establish or apply as a charge or penalty <a proposal to put a special tax on luxuries> — see impose