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pack away

1. To pack something into a container or enclosed space of some kind so that it may be stored or carried for future use. A noun or pronoun can be used between "pack" and "away." After the dinner party was over, they packed the good dishes and silverware away. I'm packing away my maternity clothes in case we decide to have another baby sometime in the future. I'm sorry, I already packed the toothpaste away for the trip. Isn't there another tube somewhere?
2. To eat a lot of something. A noun or pronoun can be used between "pack" and "away." Wow, that kids can really pack away the cake! He was so hungry that he packed two sandwiches away in about ten minutes.
See also: away, pack
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

pack something away

to pack something up and put it away. Pack this mirror away where it will be safe. Please pack away this mirror carefully.
See also: away, pack
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.

pack away

v.
1. To put something in a container for storage: We packed away the winter clothes for summer. After the trip, I packed my souvenirs away.
2. To fit into a container for storage: The shaving kit packs away easily into your suitcase.
3. To eat a large amount of something: We packed it away at the banquet. The kids really packed away those hot dogs!
See also: away, pack
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Phrasal Verbs.
See also:
  • involve with
  • involve with (someone or something)
  • involved with
  • arrange for
  • arrange for some time
  • arrange some music for
  • back into
  • back into (someone or something)
  • add in
  • angle
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