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Meaning of send up

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

send up

Pronunciation:

verb

Definitions

  1. To imitate someone or something for the purpose of satirical humour.

    Example: The programme accurately sends up the British Civil Service system at Whitehall.

  2. To put in prison.

    Example: The judge sent him up for three years