tape up

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

Sense 1

Meaning · English

To repair using tape.

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 use tape to restrict the movement of muscles, putatively in order to aid healing after workouts.

Sources & notes

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

Sense 3

Meaning · English

To use tape on the fingers to protect them from gritstone rash.

Sources & notes

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

Common questions

What does “tape up” mean?

To repair using tape.

Is “tape up” formal or informal?

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