How to Pronounce "send up"
expression
ˈsɛnd/ /ˈəp
SEND-uhp
sˈɛnd/ /ˈʌp
SEND-up
Definition
To launch something into the air, or to make fun of something by imitating it in a humorous or exaggerated way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɛnd/ /ˈəp
British English
sˈɛnd/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SEND-uhp
UK
SEND-up
Listen in Context
They sent up a weather balloon to study the clouds.
The comedian loves to send up famous politicians.
NASA plans to send up another rocket next month.
That movie really sends up action film clichés.