press-up

American  

[pres-uhp] / ˈprɛsˌʌp /

noun

British.

1. push-up.

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press-up British  

noun

1. Also called (US and Canadian): push-up.  an exercise in which the body is alternately raised from and lowered to the floor by the arms only, the trunk being kept straight with the toes and hands resting on the floor

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Etymology

Origin of press-up

First recorded in 1945–50; noun use of verb phrase press up

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Example Sentences

The plank position, which resembles a press-up, with elbows directly beneath shoulders, legs stretched out behind, strengthens the abdomen.

From BBC

So instead of endless press-up and squat variations, this year, I’ve switched to running every other day as my primary form of exercise.

From The Verge

A brief but vigorous press-up routine in the bedroom.

From The Guardian

Four is a straight press-up, but done properly – no keeping your knees on the floor.

From The Guardian

Something straightforward, such as a press-up, is a better bet than aiming for a triathlon right off the bat.

From The Guardian