sit-up

== English == === Alternative forms === situp === Etymology === Deverbal from sit up. === Pronunciation === (US) IPA(key): /ˈsɪt.ʌp/ === Noun === sit-up (plural sit-ups) An exercise in which the abdominal muscles are contracted, bringing the torso of a person lying down to a more upright position. The degree of difficulty can be controlled by choosing from partial-range or full-range versions. Hypernym: exercise Coordinate terms: crunch (similar); chin-up, pull-up, push-up, press-up ==== Translations ==== === Anagrams === puits