Hang up

verb

To end a phone call.

After arguing with his girlfriend, he decided to hang up.
Visual representation of "hang up" - To end a phone call

Often appears as...

  • hang up the phone
  • hang up on someone
verb

To put something on a hook or a hanger.

Can you please hang up your coat?
Visual representation of "hang up" - To put something on a hook or a hanger

Often appears as...

  • hang up clothes
  • hang up coat
phrasal verb

To cause a delay or stop in a process.

There was a problem with the paperwork that hung up the deal.
Visual representation of "hang up" - To cause a delay or stop in a process

Often appears as...

  • hang up the process
  • hang up the deal
noun

An emotional problem or inhibition.

He has a hang-up about commitment.
Visual representation of "hang up" - An emotional problem or inhibition

Often appears as...

  • have a hang-up
  • get over hang-ups
verb

To end a phone call.

After arguing with his girlfriend, he decided to hang up.
Visual representation of "hang up" - To end a phone call

Often appears as...

  • hang up the phone
  • hang up on someone
verb

To put something on a hook or a hanger.

Can you please hang up your coat?
Visual representation of "hang up" - To put something on a hook or a hanger

Often appears as...

  • hang up clothes
  • hang up coat
phrasal verb

To cause a delay or stop in a process.

There was a problem with the paperwork that hung up the deal.
Visual representation of "hang up" - To cause a delay or stop in a process

Often appears as...

  • hang up the process
  • hang up the deal
noun

An emotional problem or inhibition.

He has a hang-up about commitment.
Visual representation of "hang up" - An emotional problem or inhibition

Often appears as...

  • have a hang-up
  • get over hang-ups
Definition 1 of 4
Visual representation of "hang up"
LampPro Tip 1/2

Phone Etiquette

Ending a call abruptly can be rude. Try to conclude politely.

Illustration for Phone Etiquette
Before you hang up, say 'Goodbye' or 'Talk to you later.'
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Emotional Impact

'Hanging up on someone' often implies anger or frustration in a conversation.

Illustration for Emotional Impact
He was so upset that he hung up on me mid-sentence.
LampPro Tip 1/2

Phone Etiquette

Ending a call abruptly can be rude. Try to conclude politely.

Illustration for Phone Etiquette
Before you hang up, say 'Goodbye' or 'Talk to you later.'
LampPro Tip 2/2

Emotional Impact

'Hanging up on someone' often implies anger or frustration in a conversation.

Illustration for Emotional Impact
He was so upset that he hung up on me mid-sentence.
LampPro Tip 1/2

Phone Etiquette

Ending a call abruptly can be rude. Try to conclude politely.

Illustration for Phone Etiquette
Before you hang up, say 'Goodbye' or 'Talk to you later.'
LampPro Tip 2/2

Emotional Impact

'Hanging up on someone' often implies anger or frustration in a conversation.

Illustration for Emotional Impact
He was so upset that he hung up on me mid-sentence.
Visual representation of the word "Hang up"

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