(golf) The area of a golf course nearest the hole, with a smoother surface to make putting easier.

(chiefly UK, dated) To mark a bill or a debt record as "paid". / (chiefly UK) To put an end to.

(athletics, uncountable) An athletics event where a competitor must hurl a heavy metal orb ("shot") as far as possible. Because of the weight of the ball this is done with a pushing ("putting") motion rather than a throwing motion.

An insult or barb; a snide or demeaning remark.

The act of competing in the track and field event of putting the shot, attempting to throw a heavy metal ball for maximum distance using a pushing motion (rather than a bent arm throw) due to the balls great weight.

(intransitive, nautical) To change direction. / (transitive) To circulate (a rumour).

(dated) disturbed; upset

(transitive) To return something to its original place. / (intransitive, nautical) To turn back; to return. / (transitive) To postpone an arranged event or appointment.

plural of put out

present participle of put out