Meaning 1 · most common
start eating eagerly
to start eating, especially with enthusiasm because you're hungry or the food looks good
Example
Right, it's all on the table — tuck in everyone, before it goes cold.
tuck in — 2 meanings
One phrase, 2 meanings. Learn them one at a time, then test yourself.
phrasal verb2 meanings
Meaning 2
settle someone in bed
To tuck someone in means to make them comfortable in bed and cover them with the bedclothes.
Example
A: Is Mia ready for bed?
B: Yes, I just need to tuck her in.
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