pull on
Slip into boots
To pull on clothing is to put it on, usually with a quick or casual motion: She pulled on her boots and headed out.
The phrase suggests garments that require tugging—sweaters, jeans, gloves—rather than those you step into or button up.
To pull on something physically is to grip and tug: He pulled on the rope.
- jerkAbrupt pulling motion
- tugShort forceful pull
- yankQuick, forceful pull
- donPut on attire
- get dressedPut on clothing
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