rake up
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To bring up or uncover (something), as embarrassing information, past misdeeds, etc.
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 cover up, to hide (like covering live embers by raking ashes over them).
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see rake.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “rake up” mean?
To bring up or uncover (something), as embarrassing information, past misdeeds, etc.
Is “rake up” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.