1 B2 idiomatic informal
To laugh loudly and joyfully with others, especially in an animated or performative way.
"The old friends were yukking it up all evening, sharing stories from their school days."
inseparable
yuk it up
B2 informal inseparable intransitive
To laugh loudly and boisterously, often in a deliberate or extended way.
In plain English
To laugh a lot and loudly with others, having a great time together.
What does "yuk it up" mean?
One main meaning — here's how to use it.
Usage tip
Alternate spelling of 'yuck it up'. Both spellings are used in American English. The 'yuk' spelling is slightly more common in print. Describes shared, enthusiastic laughter. Implies the participants are having a great time.
Words that pair with "yuk it up"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
friends crowd audience backstage together
How to conjugate "yuk it up"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
yuk it up
I/you/we/they
3rd person
yuks it up
he/she/it
Past simple
yuked it up
yesterday
Past participle
yuked it up
have + pp
-ing form
yuking it up
continuous
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