take the first step or steps in carrying out an action | make submissive, obedient, or useful |
put down in writing; of texts, musical compositions, etc. | break so as to fall inward |
pass through the esophagus as part of eating or drinking | start in a certain activity, enterprise, or role |
lower someone's spirits; make downhearted | break into a conversation |
move something or somebody to a lower position | intrude on uninvited |
alight from (a horse) | enter someone's (virtual or real) property in an unauthorized manner, usually with the intent to steal or commit a violent act |
lower (one's body) as by kneeling | |