bring down

Short definition from Wiktionary

Verb

1. 1
   Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see bring, down.
2. 2
   To make (a ruler or government) lose their position of power.
3. 3
   To reduce.
4. 4
   To humble.
5. 5
   To make (something, especially something flying) fall to the ground, usually by firing a weapon of some kind.
6. 6
   To cause (an opponent) to fall after a tackle.
7. 7
   To make (someone) feel bad emotionally.
8. 8
   To cause to fall down, e.g. in an accident.
9. 9
   To take (someone) to prison.
10. 10
    To receive a prison sentence.
11. 11
    To incite excitement in (a place or crowd).
12. 12
    To calm down (someone).
13. 13
    To stop the effects of intoxication in (someone).