set up

/sˈɛt ˈʌp/

[verb]

to set up

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

[phrase form: set]

to establish or start something

synonyms : establish

found

launch

antonyms : abolish

to put things into a specific or orderly placement

synonyms : arrange

antonyms : disarrange

to enable a device or system to function properly by adjusting or installing it

synonyms : instal

install

put in

make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc

synonyms : fix

create by putting components or members together

synonyms : assemble

antonyms : disassemble

construct, build, or erect

synonyms : erect

put up

raise

rear

antonyms : level

get ready for a particular purpose or event

synonyms : lay out

set

begin, or enable someone else to begin, a venture by providing the means, logistics, etc.

produce

synonyms : effect

effectuate

take or catch as if in a snare or trap

synonyms : ensnare

entrap

frame

place

synonyms : establish

instal

install

equip with sails or masts

synonyms : rig

set

arrange thoughts, ideas, temporal events

synonyms : arrange

order

put

erect and fasten

synonyms : pitch

arrange the outcome of by means of deceit

synonyms : rig

to solidify or become firm, as in a material that changes from a liquid or soft state to a solid state

to provide someone with an opportunity or means to accomplish something

to place or install someone in a job or position of authority, typically with the necessary resources or support to succeed

to trick, deceive, or trap someone, often into doing something wrong or illegal, or into a compromising situation

Examples

1. They set up a table outside the café for al fresco dining.

2. The school was set up in response to a local need.

3. We set up our tent at the campsite near the lake.

4. We set up a swing set in the yard.

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