upright

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈʌpɹaɪt/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

Any vertical part of a structure, especially one of the goal posts in sports.

2 Definition

A word clued by the successive initial, middle, or final letters of the cross-lights in a double acrostic or triple acrostic.

3 Definition

An upright piano.

4 Definition

Short for upright vacuum cleaner.

Verb
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

To set upright or stand back up (something that has fallen).

Adjective
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

Vertical; erect.

Example Sentences
  • I was standing upright, waiting for my orders.
2 Definition

Greater in height than breadth.

3 Definition

Of good morals; practicing ethical values.

4 Definition

(of a golf club) Having the head approximately at a right angle with the shaft.

Adverb
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

In or into an upright position