answer up
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To come forth with a prompt answer.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
"Answer up, Tom," but Tom didn't answer up. So he said it again, and Tom didn't answer up again; and come to look, there warn't anything there but the mule—Tom was gone.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “answer up” mean?
To come forth with a prompt answer.
Is “answer up” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.