Pull-up

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ˈpÊŠl.ÊŒp/

Alternative forms

• pullup, pull up

Full definition of pull-up

Noun

1. An exercise done for strengthening the arms and back in which one lifts one's own weight while hanging from a bar.
• 2008, Lou Schuler, "Foreward", in Nate Green, Built for Show, page xiiI did lots of push-ups and pull-ups, and my only regret is that I stopped doing them as a young adult when I finally got to work out in health clubs instead of my basement or garage.

Related terms

• push-up

Coordinate terms

• chin-up
• muscle-up