gas up
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To refuel (a vehicle).
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
I can close down this bar / I can gas up my car / I can pack up and mail in my key
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).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To inflate (someone's ego); to deceive by flattery.
Register: slang
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To publicly praise.
Register: slang
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Advertisement
Ad space — ads help keep Idiomer free. Premium will remove them.
Common questions
What does “gas up” mean?
To refuel (a vehicle).
Is “gas up” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.
Advertisement
Ad space — ads help keep Idiomer free. Premium will remove them.