Put over

verb

To convey or express a particular idea, feeling, or image.

He was unable to put his feelings over to her
Visual representation of "put over" - To convey or express a particular idea, feeling, or image

Often appears as...

  • put feelings over
  • put ideas over
verb

To postpone or delay something.

The meeting was put over until next week
Visual representation of "put over" - To postpone or delay something

Often appears as...

  • put meeting over
  • put decision over
verb

To make someone understand or accept an idea or belief.

The professor struggled to put over complex theories to the students
Visual representation of "put over" - To make someone understand or accept an idea or belief

Often appears as...

  • put theory over
  • put belief over

Usage tips

Academic

verb

To cross a river or other obstacle by using a bridge or boat.

We put over the river in a small boat
Visual representation of "put over" - To cross a river or other obstacle by using a bridge or boat

Often appears as...

  • put river over
  • put stream over
verb

To convey or express a particular idea, feeling, or image.

He was unable to put his feelings over to her
Visual representation of "put over" - To convey or express a particular idea, feeling, or image

Often appears as...

  • put feelings over
  • put ideas over
verb

To postpone or delay something.

The meeting was put over until next week
Visual representation of "put over" - To postpone or delay something

Often appears as...

  • put meeting over
  • put decision over
verb

To make someone understand or accept an idea or belief.

The professor struggled to put over complex theories to the students
Visual representation of "put over" - To make someone understand or accept an idea or belief

Often appears as...

  • put theory over
  • put belief over

Usage tips

Academic

verb

To cross a river or other obstacle by using a bridge or boat.

We put over the river in a small boat
Visual representation of "put over" - To cross a river or other obstacle by using a bridge or boat

Often appears as...

  • put river over
  • put stream over
Definition 1 of 4
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Emotion Impact

Used when someone wants to evoke emotions or leave a strong impression.

Illustration for Emotion Impact
She managed to put her excitement over during the presentation.
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Clarity Matters

Important to be clear and articulate to successfully put your message over.

Illustration for Clarity Matters
Even with his accent, he can put his ideas over clearly.
LampPro Tip 1/2

Emotion Impact

Used when someone wants to evoke emotions or leave a strong impression.

Illustration for Emotion Impact
She managed to put her excitement over during the presentation.
LampPro Tip 2/2

Clarity Matters

Important to be clear and articulate to successfully put your message over.

Illustration for Clarity Matters
Even with his accent, he can put his ideas over clearly.
LampPro Tip 1/2

Emotion Impact

Used when someone wants to evoke emotions or leave a strong impression.

Illustration for Emotion Impact
She managed to put her excitement over during the presentation.
LampPro Tip 2/2

Clarity Matters

Important to be clear and articulate to successfully put your message over.

Illustration for Clarity Matters
Even with his accent, he can put his ideas over clearly.
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