Meaning of the word sit-up in English

What does sit-up mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

sit-up

US /ˈsɪt.ʌp/
UK /ˈsɪt.ʌp/
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Noun

1.

an exercise in which you lie on your back on the floor and raise the top part of your body to a sitting position

Example:
He does 50 sit-ups every morning to strengthen his core.
Can you do a perfect sit-up?
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