Definition of "giddyup" [giddyup]

• Used to command a horse to go ahead or go at a faster pace. (interjection)

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• "You see, I believe as long as I say "giddyup" to learning that I will continue to be excited, motivated, driven, and optimistic."
• "When most people would sit on their laurels and "give it up," Carter says "giddyup," teach me some more!"
• "For non Americans "giddyup" is what cowboys often say to their horse to get him to go!"