(idiomatic, film, television, literature, video games) A short story, novel, television show, film, computer game, or other narrative which depicts considerable gunplay.

A command stereotypically given by robbers, particularly when pointing a gun: Put your hands in the air! Surrender!

plural of shoot-'em-up

plural of shoot 'em up

Alternative spelling of shoot 'em up

(informal) A shoot 'em up involving energy weapons.

plural of zap 'em up

An active submarine volcano on the Caribbean Sea floor, located 8 km (5 mi) north of the island of Grenada, or the strait where it lies.

plural of beat-'em-up

(informal) Used to express confidence when showing a winning poker hand. / (informal, by extension) Used as a taunt when outperforming or one-upping rivals.