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| get up |
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1. transitive and intransitive verb get out of bed: to get out of bed, or make somebody get out of bed
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2. transitive and intransitive verb climb: to ascend or climb something
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3. intransitive verb stand up: to rise to your feet from a seated position
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4. transitive verb rouse energy: to rouse your energy, strength, courage, or similar qualities
 I'm trying to get up the enthusiasm to go back to work.
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5. transitive verb organize something: to organize something by persuading other people to take part
 She got up a collection to help homeless people.
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6. transitive verb dress somebody: to dress somebody in a particular way
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informal
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 She was got up as Cleopatra.
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7. intransitive verb get stronger: to become stronger or more turbulent
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refers to winds or the sea
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