English Explanatory Dictionary

sit-up

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  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.

Pronunciation

/ˈsɪt.ʌp/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Persent101-sit-up.wav

Word forms

sit-up sit-ups situp

Etymology

Deverbal from sit up.

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