Pronunciation

/tʌk/

Definitions

Noun

• Tuck: A small fold or protrusion, especially in clothing or bedding. For example: “The child tucked their shirt into their pants.”
• Tuck-in: The act of folding or pulling in material (as a shirt) to fit snugly. For example: “She tucked her sleeves into her gloves for warmth.”
• Tuck box: A container, often a small metal box, used for storing items such as snacks or money. For example: “The kids love hiding their treasures in their tuck boxes at camp.”

Verb

• To tuck: To fold, arrange, or secure something, typically with a gentle movement. For example: “She tucked the blanket around her child for a good night’s sleep.”
• To tuck in: To help someone go to bed by smoothing the covers and arranging them around them. For example: “Dad tucked his son in every night before bedtime.”

Preposition

• Tuck under: To place something underneath or behind something else. For example: “The table was tucked under the window for more light.”

Interjection

• Not commonly used as an interjection.

Phrases

• “Tuck something away” means to store or put something aside neatly.
• “Tuck and roll” is a military maneuver where a person tucks and rolls to avoid injury during a fall or impact.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The seamstress made sure the dress had a proper tuck along the bodice.”
• Verb: “She tugged the curtains closed, tucking them securely behind the furniture.”
• Preposition: “The old man tucked his wallet under his pillow before going to bed.”

Synonyms

• Fold
• Secure
• Smooth
• Nestle
• Gather