NYT Dictionary

CATCHUP

/ˈkætʃəp/
NounCATCH-upcatch-up · 2 syllablesCollege

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026

Meaning

Alternative form of ketchup.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

See ketchup § Etymology.

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 4 recorded puzzles:

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