put the boot in

Verb

Meaning

(intransitive, slang, idiomatic) To kick a fallen opponent.

(intransitive, slang, figuratively) To kick someone when they are down.

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Synonyms

punt bleat dropkick calcitrate

Close letter words and terms

put the beggar on the gentleman put the bite on put the blame on put the bottom rail on top put the brakes on put the brakes on something