spin up
The phrase 'spin up' has versatile uses across different fields, from computing and aviation to military slang, often indicating initiation or preparation.
Definition
B2Computing
(technical)To start or initialize a machine, system, or virtual environment, such as a server or virtual machine.
Example
- The IT team will spin up a new server for the project.
- He spun up a virtual machine to test the software.
C1Aviation
(technical)To accelerate an airplane's wheels to match the ground speed during landing.
Example
- The pilot ensured the wheels spun up properly before touchdown.
C1Military
(slang)To prepare someone or something for action, often used to describe getting someone excited or ready.
Example
- The sergeant spun up the team for the mission.
- He got spun up after hearing the news.
B2General
(informal)To get someone or something ready or up to speed.
Example
- Let's spin up the new employees on the project details.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "spin up":
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