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to hang up
[phrase form: hang]
01
to end a phone call by breaking the connection
Intransitive: to hang up | to hang up on sb
Transitive: to hang up the phone
Example
Do n't forget to hang up the phone after our conversation.
It 's impolite to hang up on someone without saying goodbye.
He always forgets to hang up the phone, so the battery drains quickly.
02
to place a thing, typically an item of clothing, on a hanger, hook, etc.
Transitive: to hang up sth
Example
Please hang up your coat on the hook by the door.
Hang up your wet towel to dry after your shower.
I like to hang up my dresses to keep them wrinkle-free.
03
to position an object in such a way that it is suspended from a higher point
Transitive: to hang up sth
Example
He 'll hang up the hammock between the two trees in the backyard.
Hang up the fairy lights to create a cozy atmosphere.
The artist decided to hang up the painting on the gallery wall.
04
to stop using equipment or gear for a sport or activity when one no longer participates in it
Transitive: to hang up sport equipment or gear
Example
After his knee injury, he had to hang up his soccer cleats and retire from competitive play.
He finally decided to hang up his skis when he moved to a warmer climate and no longer had access to snow-covered mountains.
After many years of racing, he knew it was time to hang up his helmet and step away from the world of motorsports.
Παράδειγμα
Don't forget to hang up the phone after our conversation.
It's impolite to hang up on someone without saying goodbye.
He always forgets to hang up the phone, so the battery drains quickly.
If the call quality is poor, it's better to hang up and try again for a clearer connection.
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