Definition of will do
1 : to provide what is needed : satisfy a need
I don't need any more cake, thank you. One piece will do (for me). I'd prefer to use glue, but tape will do.
2 —used as an informal way of saying that one will be able to do something one is asked to do to"Can you finish it by tomorrow?" "Sure, boss, will do!"
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