Phrase guide

trice up

verb · 4 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

to hoist up using a rope

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: nautical, transport

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To placed up so as to allow more access to the floorspace underneath, such as for cleaning.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: nautical, transport

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Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

3

verb

Meaning 3

hoist up or in and lash or secure with a small rope

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: trice

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: hoist, lift, wind

4

verb

Meaning 4

raise with a line

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • trice a window shade

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: trice

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: raise, lift, elevate, get up, bring up

History

Etymology

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