Stay put Definition 1 of 1Pro Tip 1/3Literal meaning Use 'stay put' to literally mean not moving from a location. The teacher asked us to stay put while she went to get supplies. Pro Tip 2/3Safety instruction 'Stay put' is often used as a safety instruction during emergencies. The lifeguard shouted to the swimmers to stay put until the boat arrived. Pro Tip 3/3Resisting change It can imply a conscious choice to not change one's position or opinion. Despite the offer, he decided to stay put at his current job.