sets up

Verb

set up (third-person singular simple present sets up, present participle setting up, simple past and past participle set up)

1. (transitive) To make ready for use.
   • We set up the sprinkler.
2. (transitive) To arrange logically.
   • Set up my CD collection.
3. (transitive) To cause to happen.
   • Even a minor change can set up new bugs.
4. (transitive) To trap or ensnare.
   • I've got to set up that tasty rabbit.
5. (transitive) To arrange for an outcome; to tamper or rig.
   • The election was set up!
6. (intransitive) To prepare or get ready.
   • Used with an implied object obvious from context.

   Synonyms:

   install, put in, ready, prepare, assemble, configure

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