clock up

English

Verb

clock up (transitive)

1. (figuratively) To accumulate a large amount of time.

   To become a pilot, you must clock up at least 1,000 hours flying time.

2. (figuratively, UK) To accumulate a large distance.

   My car has clocked up over 5,000 miles in the last month

Usage notes

Common collocations include:

• sales 'The company clocked up 34 million dollars in sales last year.'
• other achievements such as medals or championships or victories. Often sporting achievements, but not limited to this category.