sop up
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To absorb, to soak up.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
The smell of my vomit was overpowering. I thought I might retch again. Quickly, I gathered up some paper towels and sopped up my mess.
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 “sop up” mean?
To absorb, to soak up.
Is “sop up” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.