key up

verb — 4 senses

key up

verb
1

Architecture To raise (the whole ring of an arch) off its centering, by driving in the keystone forcibly.

2

Entertainment, Lifestyle, Music To raise the pitch of.

3

Figuratively To produce nervous tension in (someone).

4

Figuratively To raise the intensity, excitement, tension, etc., of.

Related terms
keyed up

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