Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hit-up

phrasal verb
/hɪt ʌp/
Definition
A casual or informal request for someone to do something or for something, often related to asking for help or assistance.
Examples
  • She decided to hit up her friend for some advice on her project.
  • After moving to the new city, he hit up a few old classmates to catch up.
Meaning
The term ‘hit-up’ can refer to reaching out to someone, typically in an informal manner, to ask for a favor or to check in on them.
Synonyms
  • reach out
  • contact
  • ask
  • call on