Sit-up

Pronunciation

• US IPA: /ˈsɪt.ÊŒp/

Alternative forms

• situp, sit up

Full definition of sit-up

Noun

1. An exercise in which the abdominal muscles are contracted, bringing the torso of a person lying down to a more upright position.Susan's doing sit-ups to strengthen her muscles.

Coordinate terms

• (exercise) crunch, trunk curl