etymology - What is the origin of the phrase, "up for it"?


I was just reading something that suggested a very, umm, risqué interpretation of the phrase, "up for it". It made me wonder where and when this phrase actually originated. Does anyone know?


Collins Dictionary limits itself by saying:



(informal) keen or willing to try something out or make a good effort:
it's a big challenge and I'm up for it





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