Meanings
How to pronounce "put the boot in":
AU
To kick a fallen opponent.
To kick someone when they are down.
Example Sentences
1
He got fired, and then his ex-colleagues really put the boot in by spreading rumors about him.
2
After scoring the winning goal, the team captain put the boot in by criticizing their opponents' performance.
3
I don't understand why she always feels the need to put the boot in when someone shares their accomplishments.
4
The journalist put the boot in with a scathing review of the new movie.
5
He was already feeling down, and the harsh comments from his friends really put the boot in.
