Question 1

What does "kip up" mean?

Accepted Answer

To perform a gymnastic movement in which one springs from lying on the back to a standing position in a single swift motion.

Question 2

How do you use "kip up" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

After landing on his back from the throw, the wrestler kiped up immediately to show he wasn't hurt.

Question 3

Is "kip up" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"kip up" is register-neutral — appropriate in both casual and formal contexts. Highly specific term from gymnastics, martial arts, and breakdancing. Also called a 'kip-up' (noun). Rarely used outside these physical disciplines. The verb use ('to kip up') is less common than the noun form.

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