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to do up
[phrase form: do]
01
to fasten, button, zip, or otherwise secure something, often related to clothing or accessories
Transitive: to do up a button or similar fastening
02
to make oneself look neat or stylish, especially by dressing up or putting on makeup
Transitive: to do up oneself
03
to improve the appearance of a building by repairing or decorating it
Transitive: to do up a building
04
to prepare food
Transitive: to do up food
05
to clean a room or a house thoroughly, often in preparation for a special occasion or a new occupant
Transitive: to do up a room or a house
06
to wrap something into a compact form
do up
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Example
The actor quickly needed to do up the cufflinks on his shirt before going on stage.
The child struggled to do up the laces on their shoes, prompting a parent to assist.
As the weather turned colder, it was time to do up the top button on the coat for added warmth.
Before heading out, he made sure to do up the buttons on his coat to stay warm.
She did up her hair in a ponytail.
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