sit-up

• situp

Deverbal from sit up.

• (US) IPA^(key): /ˈsɪt.ʌp/

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sit-up (plural sit-ups)

1. An exercise in which the abdominal muscles are contracted, bringing the torso of a person lying down to a more upright position. The degree of difficulty can be controlled by choosing from partial-range or full-range versions.

   Hypernym: exercise

   Coordinate terms: crunch (similar); chin-up, pull-up, push-up, press-up

   Susan's doing sit-ups to strengthen her muscles.

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