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Meaning of up
The primary meaning of the word "up" is in the direction of higher place or position.
Etymology of up
The word "up" has its roots in Old English, where it was spelled "up" or "upp", and is related to the Old Norse word "upp" and the Dutch word "op"
It has been used in the English language since the 9th century to indicate direction, movement, or position
Synonyms
Definitions
- Used to indicate movement to a higher position or location
- * Used to indicate a direction away from the center of the earth
- * Used to indicate an increase or improvement in something
- * Used to indicate that something is working or functioning
Usage Examples
- The balloon went up into the air
- * She looked up at the sky
- * The company's sales are up this quarter
- * The lights are up, so the show must be starting soon