Definition

A physical exercise where a person lies on their back and raises their upper body towards their knees, often used to strengthen the abdominal muscles.

Example

She does sit-ups every morning to stay fit.

Conversation

I started doing situps every morning to get in shape.

That's awesome! How many can you do in a row?

I can manage about ten situps right now, but I want to increase that.

You'll get there! Just keep practicing, and you'll see improvement.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Situp → It is formed from "sit" (from Old English "sittan", meaning to be in a position of rest) and "up" (meaning to a higher position). The word "situp" refers to the action of moving from a sitting position to a more upright position, typically used in exercise contexts.

Memory Tip

Think of the action of being in a resting position ('sit') and then moving to a higher position ('up') — that's what a situp involves.

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