What is the meaning of bring down?

verb

  • Move something or somebody to a lower position.
    • usage: "take down the vase from the shelf"
  • Cause the downfall of; of rulers.
    • usage: "The Czar was overthrown"; "subvert the ruling class"
  • Impose something unpleasant.
    • usage: "The principal visited his rage on the students"
  • Cause to come to the ground.
    • usage: "the pilot managed to land the airplane safely"
  • Cause to be enthusiastic.
    • usage: "Her playing brought down the house"
  • Cut down on; make a reduction in.
    • usage: "reduce your daily fat intake"; "The employer wants to cut back health benefits"
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