We found 5 definitions of stick up from 2 different sources.
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stick up - rob at gunpoint or by means of some other threat | ||
hold up | ||
rob take something away by force or without the consent of the owner; "The burglars robbed him of all his money" | ||
criminal offence, criminal offense, law-breaking, crime, offence, offense (criminal law) an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act; "a long record of crimes" | ||
mug rob at gunpoint or with the threat of violence; "I was mugged in the streets of New York last night" | ||
stick up - defend against attack or criticism; "He stood up for his friend"; "She stuck up for the teacher who was accused of harassing the student" | ||
stand up | ||
fend for, defend, support argue or speak in defense of; "She supported the motion to strike" |