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to warm up
[phrase form: warm]
01
to prepare one's body for exercising or playing sports with gentle stretches and exercises
Intransitive
Example
The athletes spent time warming up, ensuring their bodies were ready for the competition.
Warming up is essential to prevent injuries during physical activity.
Example
The sun gradually warmed up the chilly outdoor seating area.
I'll warm the towels up for you in the dryer.
03
to make already cooked food warm again
Transitive: to warm up cooked food
Example
I'll warm the leftovers up in the microwave for lunch.
Can you warm the soup up on the stove for dinner?
04
to do exercises or activities to get one's body, voice, or mind ready for something, like a workout or a performance
Transitive: to warm up one's body, voice, or mind
Example
The pianist likes to warm up her fingers on the keys before a recital.
It's essential to warm up your muscles before attempting any strenuous physical activity.
05
to become prepared or ready for an activity, performance, or event
Intransitive
Example
The performers warmed up backstage before the show.
The singers warmed up with vocal exercises.
06
to become more approachable and friendly
Intransitive: to warm up to sb/sth
Example
Sometimes, a simple gesture of kindness is all it takes for people to warm up to each other.
The workshop facilitator employed interactive exercises to help participants warm up to sharing their experiences.
07
to get something ready for use by bringing it to its usual operating temperature
Transitive: to warm up a device or engine
Example
Can you warm the oven up before we start baking?
The mechanic warmed the car engine up before the long drive.
Warm up
01
performing mild exercises to prepare for some more strenuous activity
02
(used conventionally of royalty and high nobility) gracious
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