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Definition of Man up
1. Verb. (idiomatic) to "be a man about it"; to do the things a good man is traditionally expected to do, such as: taking responsibility for the consequences of one's actions; displaying bravery or toughness in the face of adversity; providing for one's family, etc. ¹
2. Verb. (idiomatic) (of military personnel in a unit) to assemble, each person manning (attending to) his station, prepared for departure of an aircraft, ship, etc. ¹
3. Verb. (idiomatic) (of personnel, industrial, etc.) to staff adequately; to staff up; to successfully fill all needed labor positions. ¹
4. Verb. (sports) to vigorously guard the opponent to which one is assigned ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
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