Phrasal verbs are multi-word verbs that, like single-word verbs, convey action of the body or mind or occurrences. Phrasal verbs consist of a basic verb + another word or words, usually a preposition or adverb. Example: speak (basic verb) + up (preposition)
Phrasal Verb:
pull something down
Meaning / Example:
1. to demolish something; to raze something. > Why do they want to pull the building down? Why not remodel it? > They are going to pull down the old building today.
2. to lower or reduce the amount of something. > That last test pulled my grade down.
A phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or adverb or both and that functions as a verb whose meaning is different from the combined meanings of the individual words