sop up meaning

UK US /sɑp ʌp/ 2 syllables

sop up (verb): take in, also metaphorically.

sop up has 2 meanings in this dictionary.

sop up as a verb

  1. take in, also metaphorically
    • The sponge absorbs water well
    • She drew strength from the minister's words

    Synonyms: absorb, suck, imbibe, soak up, suck up, draw, take in, take up

    Kinds: wipe up, blot, sponge up

  2. take up as if with a sponge

    Synonyms: take in, suck in, take up

    Type of: consume

How to pronounce sop up

sop up is pronounced /sɑp ʌp/ in American English. It has 2 syllables.

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