pullup

See also: pull up and pull-up

English

Alternative forms

• pull-up

Etymology

Deverbal from pull up.

Noun

pullup (plural pullups)

1. An exercise done for strengthening the arms and upper body, in which one lifts one's own weight while hanging from a bar.
2. (electronics) A pull-up resistor.

Derived terms

• pull-up resistor

See also

• chin-up
• push-up