pink up

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

Of a transplanted organ: to acquire a pinkish hue as a result of blood entering it from the circulatory system.

Where it’s used: Used American English
Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

To blush.

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “pink up” mean?

Of a transplanted organ: to acquire a pinkish hue as a result of blood entering it from the circulatory system.

Is “pink up” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.