English · Daily Life
get up
/ɡet ʌp/
[/ɡet ʌp/]
rise from bed
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Definition
To rise from bed or from a sitting position.
Example
I have to get up at five tomorrow to catch the early train to the conference.
I have to get up at five tomorrow to catch the early train to the conference.
Etymology
From 'get' plus 'up', meaning to rise, attested since the Middle Ages.
How & Where It’s Used
Everyday usage for rising; the noun 'get-up' meaning an outfit is informal.