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Dictionary Entry

get up

verb

Find the meaning of the word get up, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.

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Meaning

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To rise from a lying or sitting position; to wake up and leave bed.

Example Sentence

I usually get up at 7 AM on weekdays to go to school.

Usage Note

Used to describe the action of moving from a horizontal or seated position to a vertical one, or the act of waking up and leaving one's bed. It's a fundamental daily action.