plural pull-ups
Definition of pull-up
(Entry 1 of 2)
: an exercise in which one hangs by the hands from a support (such as a horizontal bar) and pulls oneself up until the chin is level with the support
specifically
: such an exercise done with the palms facing outward — compare chin-up
pull up
verb
pulled up; pulling up; pulls up
Definition of pull up (Entry 2 of 2)
1a
: to check oneself
b
: to come to an often abrupt halt : stop
2
: to draw even with others in a race
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The first known use of pull-up was in 1623
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