Question 1

What does "gee up" mean?

Accepted Answer

To urge a horse to move faster, used as a command by the rider or driver.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

She gave the reins a flick and called 'Gee up!' to push the horse into a canter.

Question 3

Is "gee up" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"gee up" is informal — used mainly in casual conversation. Primarily British English. Used literally with horses and figuratively with people. Can be used to encourage a sluggish person or team. Also used as an exclamation on its own: 'Gee up!'

gee up

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"up" 포함 구문