Street
wet up
What does wet up mean?
To 'wet' or 'wet up' someone is to stab them so they bleed. A 'wetter' can mean a knife.
"The threat was to wet him up if he showed his face on the estate."
Origin
UK street slang; from 'wet' with blood.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'wet up' mean?
It means to stab someone so that they bleed. To 'wet' someone carries the same meaning in UK street slang.
What is a 'wetter'?
In this slang a 'wetter' can mean a knife, the weapon used to 'wet up' a victim.
Where does 'wet up' come from?
It's UK street slang, referring to making someone 'wet' with their own blood.
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