giddyap

[ gid-ee-ap, -uhp ]

interjection

1. (used as a command to a horse to speed up.)

Word History and Origins

Origin of giddyap¹

An Americanism first recorded in 1920–25; informal pronunciation of get up

Example Sentences

And there’s one last tiny hitch in the homegrown giddyap — and one that’s of particular importance in a city like L.A. where most of us live cheek by jowl: any plants you’re growing must be in a locked space that is not visible to the public.

From Los Angeles Times

And there’s one last tiny hitch in the homegrown giddyap — and one that’s of particular importance in a city like L.A. where most of us live cheek by jowl: any plants you’re growing must be in a locked space that is not visible to the public.

From Los Angeles Times

So giddyap, “Black Ops Cold War” goes, leading us is into conspiracy-fueled territory that takes inspiration from real life, then spins internet message group-worthy tall tales out of it.

From Los Angeles Times

I tell it, “Come on, come on! Giddyap!”

From Literature

Also, if you’re sleepy, which I was, the Coca-Cola lends a little giddyap to go with the rum-whoa.

From Seattle Times