vb (tr, adverb)
1. to return (something) to the correct or proper place he put away his books
2. to save to put away money for the future
3. (Law) to lock up in a prison, mental institution, etc. they put him away for twenty years
4. (Cookery) to eat or drink, esp in large amounts
5. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Veterinary Science) to put to death, because of old age or illness the dog had to be put away
