Dummy up — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb

Meaning & Definition of Dummy up

Dummy up (verb)

  1. to say nothing, clam up

Dummy up (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to stop talking

    "all of a sudden the suspect just dummied up and demanded the presence of an attorney"

    opposite: speak, talk

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Dummy up

The most common words with a similar meaning to Dummy up:

British: belt up

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Dummy up

Words with the opposite meaning of Dummy up:

Near Antonyms of Dummy up

Word Forms of Dummy up

Inflections: dummied up, dummying up, dummies up

Origin & Etymology of Dummy up

First known use: 1926

Frequently Asked Questions about Dummy up

What does "Dummy up" mean?

"Dummy up" means to say nothing, clam up. As a verb, it is defined as: to say nothing, clam up.

What is another word for "Dummy up"?

Other words for "Dummy up" include belt up, clam up, dry up, hush, pipe down, quiet (down), shut up and hold one's tongue. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Dummy up" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Dummy up"?

There are 13 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Dummy up". Common alternatives include belt up, clam up, dry up, hush, pipe down, quiet (down), shut up and hold one's tongue.

What is the opposite of "Dummy up"?

Antonyms of "Dummy up" include speak and talk. Near antonyms include pipe up, sound off, speak out and speak up.

How do you use "Dummy up" in a sentence?

Examples of "Dummy up" in a sentence: "all of a sudden the suspect just dummied up and demanded the presence of an attorney".

Is "Dummy up" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Dummy up" is a verb.

What is the origin of the word "Dummy up"?

First known use: 1926.

What is another word for "Dummy up" meaning "to stop talking"?

When "Dummy up" (verb) means to stop talking, synonyms include belt up, clam up, dry up, hush, pipe down and quiet (down). Opposites in this sense include speak and talk.