used to refer to something that is taller than it is wide: an upright freezer / vacuum cleaner. Fewer examples. Keep the bottles upright. He was sitting in an upright position in the bed, propped up by pillows. I have a bad back so an upright chair is more comfortable. an upright posture / stance. More @Wikipedia
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