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  1. Learn the meaning of set up as a phrasal verb and a noun in different contexts, such as business, arrangement, preparation, and trick. Find out how to use set up in sentences and alternative expressions.

    • Setup

      the process of starting a business, project, service, etc.:...

  2. 1. a. : carriage of the body. especially : erect and soldierly bearing. b. : constitution, makeup. 2. a. : the assembly and arrangement of the tools and apparatus required for the performance of an operation. b. : the preparation and adjustment of machines for an assigned task. 3. a. : a table setting. b.

  3. set up in British English. verb (adverb, mainly tr) 1. (also intr) to put (someone) into a position of power, etc. 2. (also intr) to begin or enable (someone) to begin (a new venture ), as by acquiring or providing means, equipment, etc. 3. to build or construct. to set up a shed.

  4. Definition of set up phrasal verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

  5. the process of starting a business, project, service, etc.: When planning a project, always allow enough time for the set-up. The initial setup of the new equipment took longer than expected. [ C, usually singular ] the way in which something is organized: Under the new setup the department will have full responsibility for its own finances. [ C ]

  6. 1 to build something or put something somewhere The police set up roadblocks on routes out of the city. 2 to make a piece of equipment or a machine ready for use She set up her stereo in her bedroom. 3 to arrange for something to happen I've set up a meeting for Friday.

  7. set up meaning, definition, what is set up: to start a company, organization, commit...: Learn more.