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curl up

 

Definitions from WordNet

Verb curl up has 1 sense
  1. curl up, curl, draw in - shape one's body into a curl; "She curled farther down under the covers"; "She fell and drew in"
    --1 is one way to bend, flex
    Sample sentences:
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Definitions from the Web

Curl up

Description:

The term "curl up" refers to the action of assuming a position with the body or a body part curved or coiled into a round or spiral shape, often in a cozy or comfortable manner.

Verb - Physical Action:

In this sense, "curl up" is used as a physical action performed by humans or animals, typically involving a change in body position.

Example Sentence:

After a long day, she curled up on the couch with a good book.

Verb - Emotional State:

"Curl up" can also express an emotional state wherein a person withdraws or retreats into themselves, seeking comfort or solace.

Example Sentence:

Feeling upset, he curled up in his bed, seeking refuge from the world.

Verb - Hair Styling:

In the context of hairstyling, "curl up" refers to the act of styling or arranging hair into curls or waves.

Example Sentence:

She used a curling iron to curl up her hair for the party.

Noun - Position:

As a noun, "curl-up" denotes a position in which the body or a body part is curled or coiled.

Example Sentence:

The cat settled into a tight curl-up on the windowsill.

Noun - Exercise:

"Curl-up" can also refer to a physical exercise, where an individual lies on their back and raises their upper body while keeping their legs on the ground.

Example Sentence:

He performed numerous curl-ups to strengthen his abdominal muscles.

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