Meaning of the word "creep up" in English

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creep up

US /kriːp ʌp/
UK /kriːp ʌp/
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Phrasal Verb

1.

to move slowly and quietly so as not to be noticed

Example:
The cat crept up on the bird.
Prices have been creeping up steadily.
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