set up
definition
to arrange
example
My wife set up the living room exactly the way she wanted it.
synonyms
launchstartestablish
word origin — Origin notes will appear here when available.
Set 16 · Study 1 / 5
Exitto arrange
My wife set up the living room exactly the way she wanted it.
Set 16 of Intermediate covers 5 words: set up, put out, talk over, try out, take off. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
to arrange
My wife set up the living room exactly the way she wanted it.
to make a fire stop; extinguish
The firefighters put out the house fire before it spread.
discuss
We have serious problems here. Let's talk them over like adults.
to try or test a way, method, approach or a piece of equipment
I tried out four cars before I found the one that I liked.
remove clothing
It was so hot that I had to take off my shirt.