single up

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

To act alone.

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 remove one loop of a double-loop rope connecting a ship to a pier in preparation for departure.

Sources & notes

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

Common questions

What does “single up” mean?

To act alone.

Is “single up” formal or informal?

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