View synonyms for set-up

set-up

[ set-uhp ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

Surveying.
1. station ( def 14a ).
2. a surveying instrument precisely positioned for observations from a station.
3. a gap between the end of a chain or tape being used for a measurement and the point toward which it is laid.
setting-up exercise.

set up

also intr to put into a position of power, etc
also intr to begin or enable (someone) to begin (a new venture), as by acquiring or providing means, equipment, etc
to build or construct
to set up a shed
to raise, cause, or produce
to set up a wail
to advance or propose
to set up a theory
to restore the health of
the sea air will set you up again
to establish (a record)
informal.
to cause (a person) to be blamed, accused, etc
informal.
1. to provide (drinks, etc) for
  set 'em up, Joe!
2. to pay for the drinks of
  I'll set up the next round
See set
printing another term for set 1

informal.
the way in which anything is organized or arranged
slang.
an event the result of which is prearranged
it's a setup
a prepared arrangement of materials, machines, etc, for a job or undertaking
a station at which a surveying instrument, esp a theodolite, is set up
films the position of the camera, microphones, and performers at the beginning of a scene

He speaks in a whisper, flanked by the two locals who set up the meeting.

Extra security was also set up along the lines to monitor other signs of potential sabotage.

“Ovens using gas cylinders were set up to make bread under bridges, and nursing stations appeared, offering medicines,” he writes.

A cynic might say that the report is like the movie Clue, perfectly set up for a multiplicity of endings.

On the weekends the birds and stray cats keep the artists company as they set up their displays.

The scarlet calico canopy was again set up over the bed, and the woven cradle, on its red manzanita frame, stood near.

The king's statue was again set up in Guild hall, London, and the states arms taken down.

While the majority pulled in one way there was an active minority that wished the Nana to set up an independent kingdom.

And now notice the peculiar relation that is set up between the monopolist's production and the satisfaction of human wants.

He hath chosen strong wood, and that will not rot: the skilful workman seeketh how he may set up an idol that may not be moved.

April 17, 2024axolotl

[ak-suh-lot-l ]

Start each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!

By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.

Browse