Belly up (to something) In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "belly up (to something)", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2023-08-16 03:08

Meaning of Belly up (to something)

Synonyms:

walk up to

Belly up (to something) verb phrase

To walk up toward to somewhere (often a bar)

Let's belly up to the bar and order a few more drinks.

Other phrases about:

take (something) by the throat

To confront or deal with a problem in a direct and confident way

go (in) for the kill

1.To approach someone or something with the goal of achieving a certain result.

2. To take decisive action to convert a situation to your advantage.

(almost) upon (one)

(Almost) going to occur, come, or begin.
 

come at (someone or something)

1. To address a problem or circumstance.

2. To approach someone or something aggressively or hostilely.

3. To pelt or bombard someone with something.

4. To attain something.

5. To assent or agree to something.

Grammar and Usage of Belly up (to something)

Verb Forms

  • bellying up (to something)
  • bellied up (to something)

The verb "belly" must be conjugated according to its tense.
 

Origin of Belly up (to something)

The origin of this phrase is not clear.
 

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It does not matter; it is not important.
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