heads, headed, heading

to head up
phrasal verb

To move towards a higher position or location
  • 1We need to head up the mountain before sunset.
  • 2They decided to head up to the rooftop for a better view.
This means to go to a place that is higher than where you are now. For example, if you are on the first floor and you go to the second floor, you are going up. It is like climbing stairs or moving to a higher level.
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People often say "Let's head up to the roof" when inviting someone to go to a higher place, like a rooftop or an upper floor in a building.
in a shopping mall
Finding the Perfect Fit
Emily
I think the shoes you're looking for are on the second floor.
Betty
Great! Let's head up to check them out.
Emily
Sure, the escalator is right over there.
Betty
Perfect, I hope they have my size!
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Similar to "to head up":
  • 1ascend
  • 2climb