Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
go-belly-up
idiom
/ɡoʊˈbɛli ʌp/
Definition
To fail, collapse, or come to an end.
Examples
- Many small businesses went belly-up during the economic crisis.
- After years of poor management, the company finally went belly-up.
- If we don’t increase our sales soon, we might go belly-up too.
Meaning
This phrase is often used to describe a business or operation that has ceased to function, often due to financial difficulties.
Synonyms
- fail
- collapse
- close down
- go under
