Crack up意思

"Crack up" is an English idiom that can have several meanings, depending on the context in which it is used. Here are the most common meanings:

  1. Laugh uncontrollably: This is the most common usage. If someone says they "cracked up" or "cracked up laughing," it means they laughed very hard or uncontrollably.

Example: "The comedian was so funny that I just cracked up."

  1. Break down emotionally: It can also mean to break down emotionally or become very upset.

Example: "After the argument, she cracked up and started crying."

  1. Destroy or ruin: In some contexts, it can mean to destroy or ruin something, often unintentionally.

Example: "The storm cracked up the old barn."

  1. Make someone laugh: It can also mean to make someone laugh very hard.

Example: "His jokes really cracked me up."

  1. Collapse or fall apart: In a more metaphorical sense, it can mean to collapse or fall apart, often in a physical sense.

Example: "The old man's health finally cracked up."

The meaning can vary depending on the context, but in most cases, it implies a strong reaction, whether it's laughter, emotional distress, or physical destruction.