I need to put on some clean clothes.
I need to put on some clean clothes.
English
put on
pʊt ɑn
Meaning: to dress oneself in something
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Verb inflections
| Form | Inflected form |
|---|---|
| Base | put on |
| 3rd person singular present | puts on |
| Present participle | putting on |
| Past | put on |
| Will future | will put on |
| Going-to future | going to put on |
| Imperative negative | don't put on / do not put on |
Example sentences
Please put on your coat before you go out.
Please put on your coat before you go out.
She put on her heavy winter coat.
She put on her heavy winter coat.
He put on his heavy leather boots.
He put on his heavy leather boots.
She put on an apron before she started cooking.
She put on an apron before she started cooking.
Usage Notes
Used when referring to wearing clothes, jewelry, or applying makeup. It can also mean to pretend or to organize a performance.
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