Meaning of kick in in English

1. Pronunciation

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1. Verb

   kick in

   Definitions

   1. enter a particular state

   Examples

   • « Laziness set in »
   • « After a few moments, the effects of the drug kicked in »
2. 2. contribute to some cause

   Examples

   • « I gave at the office »
3. 3. open violently

   Examples

   • « kick in the doors »