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Meaning of let down

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

let down

Pronunciation:

verb

Definitions

  1. To allow to descend.

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

  2. To disappoint; to betray or fail somebody

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

  3. (of clothing) To lengthen by undoing and resewing a hem.

  4. To reduce one's level of effort.