English · Adjectives

up

/ʌp/

[/ʌp/]

toward a higher place

Beginneradverb

Definition

Up means toward a higher place or position.

Example

Please look up at the sky.

Please look up at the sky.

Etymology

From Old English 'up' or 'uppe' meaning upward.

How & Where It’s Used

Used to show movement or position toward a higher point.

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