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Verb plump up has 1 sense
- fluff up, plump up, shake up - make fuller by shaking; "fluff up the pillows"
--1 is one way to shake, agitate
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Term: Plump Up
Description:
The term "plump up" refers to the action of making something or someone appear fuller, rounder, or more voluminous. It is commonly used to describe the process of adding or increasing volume, thickness, or size to various objects, especially related to food, cushions, or one's physical appearance. This can be achieved through various methods such as adding or stuffing more material, filling with air, or applying cosmetics.
Possible Parts of Speech:
- Verb: to make something or someone appear fuller or rounder.
- Phrasal verb: to increase the volume, thickness, or size of something.
Senses and Usages:
- Physical Plumping: refers to increasing the fullness or roundness of something or someone.
- Example: She applied extra padding to plump up the cushions on the sofa.
- Example: The wrinkle cream claims to plump up the skin and reduce fine lines.
- Food Preparation: refers to adding volume or increasing the size of food items through cooking or seasoning.
- Example: Let's plump up the chicken breasts by marinating them in a flavorful sauce.
- Example: When baking, the dough will plump up as it rises in the oven.
- Strengthening: refers to restoring or enhancing the strength or vitality of something.
- Example: The hair conditioner is designed to plump up fine, limp hair for a thicker appearance.
- Example: The nutritional supplements promise to plump up your muscles and improve endurance.
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