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(intransitive and transitive) to say ‘gee-up’ (to), also (of a horse), to obey this call.
To urge forward (a horse, etc.) by flogging. Also figurative. (In early 19th cent. to urge on by importunity, etc.) Also (frequently intransitive)…
To urge (a horse) to a leap.
To urge (a horse) on by pressing the knees against its flanks. U.S.