plump up
The phrase 'plump up' is often used to describe making something fuller or rounder, commonly applied to objects like pillows or even parts of the body for cosmetic purposes.
Definition
B1Household
(informal)To shake or arrange an item like a pillow to make it fuller or more evenly distributed.
Example
- She plumped up the cushions before the guests arrived.
B2Cosmetics
(informal)To enhance the appearance of body parts, such as lips, by making them appear fuller.
Example
- The new lip gloss claims to plump up your lips within minutes.
B1General
(informal)To become fuller or rounder, often due to gaining weight.
Example
- After the holidays, I noticed I had plumped up a bit.
Similar
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