phrasal verb

Ham up

Letter HInseparable

2Sections

Perform or act in an excessive way to attract attention or amuse people

Meanings

  • Perform or act in an excessive way to attract attention or amuse people (separable [optional], International English)

Examples

  • He HAMMED the part UP to get the audience to laugh.
  • The authorities plan to HAM UP immediately.
  • We should HAM UP before making any decisions.

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