phrasal verb 'set up'
Phrasal verbMain meaning
set up
[set ʌp]
to establish or arrange something

Other meanings

  • to prepare equipment or a system
  • to trap or frame someone
  • to make someone feel ready or confident
  • to start a business or organization

Example Sentences Using the Phrasal Verb "set up"

  • She set up her own company last year.
  • Let's set up the projector before the meeting starts.
  • He was set up by someone who wanted him out of the picture.
  • That coffee really set me up for the day!

Features of Using "set up"

Separability:Separable Transitivity:Transitive Level:A1 Particle:up

Often used in business, technical setups, or when talking about starting something. Can also be negative when referring to a trap or deception.