warmup

or warm-up

[ wawrm-uhp ]

/ ˈwɔrmˌʌp /

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noun

an act or instance of warming up: The spectators came early to watch the players go through their warmups. The dancers went through a quick warmup.

the period before a radio or television broadcast when the audience is entertained so that it will be more receptive to the actual program.

Also warm up. the time lapse between turning on the power in an electronic component or device and the time it is operable.

Often warmups. any apparel, especially a sweat suit, worn over other clothing for warmth, chiefly in sports or during preliminary exercise.

Origin of warmup

First recorded in 1840–50; noun use of verb phrase warm up

Words nearby warmup

warmist, warmonger, warmongering, warmouth, warmth, warmup, warn, warne, warner, warner robins, warning

Definition for warm up (2 of 2)

warm

[ wawrm ]

/ wɔrm /

adjective, warm·er, warm·est.

having or giving out a moderate degree of heat, as perceived by the senses: a warm bath.

of or at a moderately high temperature; characterized by comparatively high temperature: a warm oven; a warm climate; a warm summer.

having a sensation of bodily heat: to be warm from fast walking.

conserving or maintaining warmth or heat: warm clothes.

(of colors) suggestive of warmth; inclining toward red or orange rather than toward green or blue.

characterized by or showing lively feelings, passions, emotions, sympathies, etc.: a warm heart; warm interest.

strongly attached; intimate: warm friends.

cordial or hearty: a warm welcome.

heated, irritated, or angry: to become warm when contradicted.

animated, lively, brisk, or vigorous: a warm debate.

strong or fresh: a warm scent.

close to something sought, as in a game.

uncomfortable or unpleasant: His opponents made things so warm that he decided to quit.

British Informal. well off; in easy circumstances.

verb (used with object)

to make warm; heat (often followed by up): to warm one's hands; to warm up a room.

to heat or cook (something) for reuse, as leftovers (usually followed by over or up): to warm up yesterday's stew.

to excite enthusiasm, ardor, cheerfulness, or vitality in (someone): The wine soon warmed the company.

to inspire with kindly feeling; affect with lively pleasure: It warms my soul to hear you say that.

to fill (a person, crowd, etc.) with strong feelings, as hatred, anger, or zeal: Restrictions had warmed the crew to the point of mutiny.

verb (used without object)

to become warm or warmer (often followed by up): The room will warm up when the fire gets going.

to become ardent, enthusiastic, animated, etc. (often followed by up or to): The speaker quickly warmed to her subject.

to grow kindly, friendly, or sympathetically disposed (often followed by to or toward): My heart warms toward him.

noun

Informal. a warming: Sit by the fire and have a nice warm.

Verb Phrases

warm down, to conclude or follow a period of strenuous physical exercise by walking or gentle stretching.

warm up,

to prepare for a game, sports contest, dance, etc., by moderate exercise or practice beforehand.
to increase in excitement, intensity, violence, etc.: The racial situation was warming up.
to become friendlier or more receptive: No matter how hard I tried, I just couldn't warm up to that proposal.
Radio and Television. to entertain (an audience) prior to a broadcast to increase receptiveness.

Origin of warm

before 900; (adj.) Middle English werm, warm, Old English wearm; cognate with German warm, Old Norse varmr; (v.) Middle English warmen, wermen, Old English werman, wirman (transitive), wearmian (intransitive), both akin to the adj.; (noun) derivative of the v.

SYNONYMS FOR warm

1 lukewarm, tepid, heated.

6 hearty, enthusiastic, fervent, fervid, emotional, ardent.

7 friendly, close.

8 fervent.

9 annoyed, vexed, irate, furious.

10 vehement.

17 animate, excite, waken, stir, rouse, arouse.

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ANTONYMS FOR warm

1–3, 5, 8 cool.

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OTHER WORDS FROM warm

warm·er, noun warm·ish, adjective warm·ly, adverb warm·ness, noun

o·ver·warmed, adjective pre·warm, verb (used with object) re·warm, verb un·warmed, adjective un·warm·ing, adjective well-warmed, adjective

British Dictionary definitions for warm up (1 of 2)

warm up

verb (adverb)

to make or become warm or warmer

(intr) to exercise in preparation for and immediately before a game, contest, or more vigorous exercise

to get ready for something important; prepare

to run or operate (an engine, etc) until the normal working temperature or condition is attained, or (of an engine, etc) to undergo this process

to make or become more animated or enthusiastic the party warmed up when Tom came

to reheat (already cooked food) or (of such food) to be reheated

(tr) to make (an audience) relaxed and receptive before a show, esp a television comedy show

noun warm-up

the act or an instance of warming up

a preparatory exercise routine

British Dictionary definitions for warm up (2 of 2)

warm

/ (wɔːm) /

adjective

characterized by or having a moderate degree of heat; moderately hot

maintaining or imparting heat a warm coat

having or showing ready affection, kindliness, etc a warm personality

lively, vigorous, or passionate a warm debate

cordial or enthusiastic; ardent warm support

quickly or easily aroused a warm temper

(of colours) predominantly red or yellow in tone

(of a scent, trail, etc) recently made; strong

near to finding a hidden object or discovering or guessing facts, as in children's games

informal uncomfortable or disagreeable, esp because of the proximity of danger

verb

(sometimes foll by up) to raise or be raised in temperature; make or become warm or warmer

(when intr, often foll by to) to make or become excited, enthusiastic, etc (about) he warmed to the idea of buying a new car

(intr often foll by to) to feel affection, kindness, etc (for someone) I warmed to her mother from the start

(tr) British to give a caning to I'll warm you in a minute

noun

informal a warm place or area come into the warm

informal the act or an instance of warming or being warmed

Derived forms of warm

warmer, noun warmish, adjective warmly, adverb warmness, noun

Word Origin for warm

Old English wearm; related to Old Frisian, Old Saxon warm, Old Norse varmr

Idioms and Phrases with warm up (1 of 2)

warm up

Prepare for exercise or an athletic event by stretching or practicing beforehand, as in It's important to warm up before you play any sport. The idiom is also applied to musicians getting ready to perform. [Late 1800s]

Make enthusiastic, excited, or animated, as in He was good at warming up an audience for the main speaker. [Mid-1800s]

Also, warm up to. Become friendlier or more receptive toward, as in I had a hard time warming up to my mother-in-law. [Early 1800s]

Reach a temperature high enough to work efficiently, as in I'll go out and warm up the car. [Mid-1900s]

Reheat food, as in If we warm up the leftovers, we'll have enough for everyone. [Mid-1800s]

Approach a state of violence or confrontation, as in Racial tension was rapidly warming up. Also see heat up.

Idioms and Phrases with warm up (2 of 2)

warm

In addition to the idioms beginning with warm

warm as toast
warm heart
warm the bench
warm the cockles of one's heart
warm up
warm welcome

also see:

cold hands, warm heart
look like death (warmed over)

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warmup

or warm-up

noun

Origin of warmup

Words nearby warmup

Definition for warm up (2 of 2)

adjective, warm·er, warm·est.

verb (used with object)

verb (used without object)

noun

Verb Phrases

Origin of warm

SYNONYMS FOR warm

ANTONYMS FOR warm

OTHER WORDS FROM warm

British Dictionary definitions for warm up (1 of 2)

verb (adverb)

noun warm-up

British Dictionary definitions for warm up (2 of 2)

adjective

verb

noun

Derived forms of warm

Word Origin for warm

Idioms and Phrases with warm up (1 of 2)

Idioms and Phrases with warm up (2 of 2)

BROWSE DICTIONARY

Learning

warmup

or warm-up

noun

Origin of warmup

Words nearby warmup

Definition for warm up (2 of 2)

adjective, warm·er, warm·est.

verb (used with object)

verb (used without object)

noun

Verb Phrases

Origin of warm

SYNONYMS FOR warm

ANTONYMS FOR warm

OTHER WORDS FROM warm

Words related to warm up

British Dictionary definitions for warm up (1 of 2)

verb (adverb)

noun warm-up

British Dictionary definitions for warm up (2 of 2)

adjective

verb

noun

Derived forms of warm

Word Origin for warm

Idioms and Phrases with warm up (1 of 2)

Idioms and Phrases with warm up (2 of 2)