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Mr. Tom Posted 13 years ago
Vocabulary

Give it up for...

Hi

I am not sure but I think I heard the announcer say this:

Ladies and gentlemen, please give it up for the very bright young star...

Does "give it up for" mean clap?

Thanks,

Tom
  

Top answer

Yes, pretty much. In other words, please applaud/let's hear it for the young star.

— Ozzourti

  • Yes, pretty much.
  • In other words, please applaud/let's hear it for the young star.
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Yes, pretty much. In other words, please applaud/let's hear it for the young star.
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Thanks, Ozzourti!

I just checked and noticed that many dictionaries say that it's a slang phrase. Is it the case in reality or is it just informal and fine among educated audience?

Tom
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It's definitely informal. I would not recommend saying it to a well-educated audience.
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