Meaning of the word "tuck in" in English

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

tuck in

US /tʌk ɪn/

UK /tʌk ɪn/

to eat a lot of food with enjoyment

Example:

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The children were starving, so they really tucked in when dinner was served.

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Go on, tuck in! There's plenty for everyone.

Synonym:

dig in feast gorge devour chow down

to make someone comfortable in bed by pulling the covers up around them

Example:

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She tucked the children in and read them a bedtime story.

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Make sure you tuck him in tightly, it's cold tonight.

Synonym:

put to bed settle in cover up

Related Word:

tucked tuck tuck into tuck away