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let down

The correct spelling is let down.

How to pronounce let down

verb

Say it like: Let- do-wn

The correct spelling is let down. To allow to descend. For example: "They let down the rope and I fastened it to the basket."

Usage Examples

They let down the rope and I fastened it to the basket.

I promised him I would meet him there, and I will not let him down.

to let down tools or cutlery

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To allow to descend.
  2. 2.To disappoint; to betray or fail somebody
  3. 3.(of clothing) To lengthen by undoing and resewing a hem.
  4. 4.To reduce one's level of effort.
  5. 5.To soften in tempering.

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