set up

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Pronunciation 1.2 Verb 1.2.1 Synonyms 1.2.2 Derived terms 1.2.3 Translations 1.3 Adjective 1.3.1 Synonyms 1.3.2 Translations 1.4 Related terms

[edit] English

[edit] Pronunciation

• enPR: sĕt'ŭp'

[edit] Verb

to set up

1. To ready something for use.

   We set up the sprinkler.

2. Logically order.

   Set up my CD collection.

3. To cause to happen

   Even a minor change can set up new bugs.

4. To trap or ensnare.

   I've got to set up that tasty rabbit.

5. Arrange for an outcome; to tamper or rig.

   The election was set up!

6. To gel or harden.

   Give the cement 24 hours to set up before walking on it.

[edit] Synonyms

• (to ready): install, put in, ready

[edit] Derived terms

• set up shop

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[edit] Adjective

set up (comparative more set up, superlative most set up)

1. In a position to function; ready.

   Now that I'm set up, this will take moments!

[edit] Synonyms

• (In a position to function) prepared, ready

[edit] Translations

[edit] Related terms

• setup (noun)