EAT UP Meaning and
Definition
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The phrase "eat up" is an idiomatic expression that can be used in a variety of contexts. When used literally, it means to consume all the food that has been served or is available. This can be applied to both people and animals, indicating the action of completely finishing a meal or a specific portion of food.
On the other hand, when used figuratively, "eat up" takes on a different meaning. It implies the complete absorption or engulfment of someone's attention, often due to strong emotions such as excitement, enthusiasm, or curiosity. It often suggests that someone is fully engaged or immersed in an activity, idea, or concept, to the point where they are mentally consumed by it and almost unable to focus on anything else.
Additionally, "eat up" can also be used in a more negative sense, indicating the action of depleting or exhausting something completely. For example, it can refer to the rapid consumption or depletion of resources, time, or energy, usually without considering the consequences or limits.
In summary, "eat up" means to consume all the food, to be completely absorbed or engulfed by something mentally or emotionally, or to deplete or exhaust something fully. The exact meaning of the phrase depends on its context and can vary from a literal to a figurative interpretation.
Common Misspellings for EAT UP
- wat up
- sat up
- dat up
- rat up
- 4at up
- 3at up
- ezt up
- est up
- ewt up
- eqt up
- eaf up
- eag up
- eay up
- ea6 up
- ea5 up
- eat yp
- eat hp
- eat jp
- eat ip
- eatup
Etymology of EAT UP
The phrase "eat up" originated from the combination of the verb "eat" and the adverb "up". The verb "eat" can be traced back to the Old English word "etan", which has Germanic roots. It has remained relatively consistent in its meaning throughout history, referring to the action of consuming food. The adverb "up", in this context, intensifies the action of eating, suggesting a complete or thorough consumption. Therefore, "eat up" means to consume food entirely or finish eating.
Idioms with the word EAT UP
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eat up with
The idiom "eat up with" is often used to describe a person or situation consumed or overwhelmed by a particular emotion or condition. It suggests being deeply affected, preoccupied, or troubled by something, to the point of it almost physically consuming or devouring a person.
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eat up
To consume food entirely, often quickly and eagerly. It can also mean to believe or accept something completely and without question.
Similar spelling words for EAT UP
Conjugate verb Eat up
CONDITIONAL
I
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you
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CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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FUTURE
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FUTURE CONTINUOUS
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FUTURE PERFECT
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IMPERATIVE
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PAST
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PAST CONTINUOUS
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PAST PARTICIPLE
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PAST PERFECT
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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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PRESENT
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eat up
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PRESENT CONTINUOUS
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PRESENT PARTICIPLE
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PRESENT PERFECT
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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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