Phrase guide

chip up

verb · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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verb

Meaning 1

To cause something to have chips, cracks or dents.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic, transitive

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verb

Meaning 2

To exchange lower-denomination chips for higher-denomination chips.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: card-games, poker

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: color up

Antonyms: none provided

3

verb

Meaning 3

To increase one's amount of chips.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: card-games, poker

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Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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