Phrase guide

order up

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

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intj

Meaning 1

Especially at restaurants, called when someone's food order is ready to be retrieved or served.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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verb

Meaning 2

To summon for military duty.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • His unit was ordered up last Tuesday.

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3

verb

Meaning 3

To place an order for (something).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • I ordered up a plate of ribs for us.

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