How to Pronounce "sewed up"
expression
ˈsoʊd/ /ˈəp
SOHD-up
sˈəʊd/ /ˈʌp
SUHD-up
Definition
"Sewed up" means to close something with stitches, like a wound or a piece of fabric. Informally, it can also mean to guarantee or secure something, like a deal or success.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsoʊd/ /ˈəp
British English
sˈəʊd/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SOHD-up
UK
SUHD-up
Listen in Context
The nurse sewed up the cut on his arm.
She accidentally tore her dress, but her friend sewed it up for her.
They have the contract sewed up, so no one else can get the job.
Don’t worry, the deal’s sewed up—we’re good to go.