tuck
//tʌk//
Verb
tuckInfinitive
tuckPresent tense
tuckedPast tense
tuckedPast participle
tuckingPresent participle
tucksThird-person singular
1
To push, fold, or turn the edges or ends of something so as to hold it in place or give it a neat appearance.
She tucked the blanket under the mattress.
2
To put something into a small, snug, or concealed space.
She tucked the letter into her pocket.
3
To draw together into a fold or folds.
She tucked her skirt before crossing the stream.
Noun
1
A flattened fold stitched in a garment to shorten or shape it.
The tailor added small tucks at the waist to give the dress a better fit.
2
(British informal) Food, especially sweets and cakes.
The children bought tuck from the school shop.