Set up

/sˈɛt ˈʌp/

Definition & Meaning of "set up"

to set up

[phrase form: set]

VERB

to establish a fresh entity, such as a company, system, or organization

Transitive: to set up a system or organization

Example

She set up a charity to support underprivileged children in the community.

The entrepreneur set a new business up in the tech industry.

to place a temporary structure in a specific place

Transitive: to set up a temporary structure

Example

Due to the protest, the police set up a blockade on Main Street.

The transportation department set up detour signs due to road construction.

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

Transitive: to set up a device or system

Example

I spent hours setting up my gaming console to connect with the online network.

Can you help me with setting up the printer?

to prepare things in anticipation of a specific purpose or event

Transitive: to set up sth

Example

She set the room up for the important business presentation.

The team set up the equipment for the upcoming concert.

to assemble elements to form a structure, system, or object

Transitive: to set up a structure or object

Example

She set up a model airplane using the kit she bought online.

Please set the puzzle up on the table for everyone to solve.

to provide someone with an opportunity or means to accomplish something

Transitive: to set up sb with an opportunity or facilities

Example

The organization set up the volunteers with the necessary training sessions.

She set up her friend with a job interview at her workplace.

to loudly produce an unpleasant noise

Transitive: to set up an unpleasant noise

Example

The fireworks set up a loud bang that echoed through the night.

When the machinery began operating, it set up a constant, irritating hum.

to wrongly present an innocent person as guilty

Transitive: to set up sb

Example

The corrupt official schemed to set up his political opponent with fabricated scandals.

The cunning scheme was designed to set the innocent employee up as the fall guy.

to plan something dishonestly to achieve a particular outcome

Transitive: to set up a scheme

Example

He set up an elaborate scheme to make his innocent business partner appear dishonest.

The hackers set up a phishing website to trick users into revealing their personal information.

to prepare a boat by attaching its sails or masts for navigation

Transitive: to set up a boat or sail

Example

Let's set the boat up early so we can take advantage of the wind.

He carefully sets up the sails, ensuring they catch the wind perfectly.

(of a liquid or soft substance) to become firm

Intransitive

Example

As the ice cream mixture chills, it begins to set up.

The paint will start to set up within a few minutes of application.

to arrange for two people to meet and possibly start a romantic relationship

Transitive: to set up sb | to set up sb with sb

Example

I did n't know she was trying to set me up until I arrived at the surprise dinner date.

The mutual friends decided to set up Jane and John, hoping they would click.

to cover the cost of something for someone else as a gesture of generosity or hospitality

Transitive: to set up sth

Example

She generously offered to set the entire group's drinks up for the evening.

We were pleasantly surprised when our friend set a lavish dinner up for us.

to arrange or schedule something, such as a meeting or event

Example

Can you set up the interview with the candidate?

The company will set a training session up for the new employees.

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