tuck up
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
To pull the blankets or duvet up over (someone in bed); to put (someone) to bed.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
To pull the blankets or duvet up over oneself in bed.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
To push the fabric at the bottom of a garment into itself or under another garment (especially trousers, skirt, dress etc.)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “tuck up” mean?
To pull the blankets or duvet up over (someone in bed); to put (someone) to bed.
Is “tuck up” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.