Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hoover-up
Phrase
/ˈhuː.vər ʌp/
Definition
To gather or collect something, especially in a rapid or thorough manner.
Examples
- He managed to hoover up all the leftover food after the party.
- The company hoovered up small tech startups to expand its market influence.
- During the sale, shoppers hoovered up all the discounted items within hours.
Meaning
The phrase ‘hoover up’ refers to the act of cleaning up or removing items from a space, often used metaphorically to indicate collecting or absorbing a large quantity of things at once.
Synonyms
- Gather
- Collect
- Absorb
- Amass
