tool up
The phrase "tool up" is commonly used in informal contexts to describe equipping oneself or an organization with necessary tools, machinery, or weapons.
Definition
C1Industrial/Manufacturing
(technical, informal)To equip a factory or production line with the necessary machines and tools for a specific product.
Example
- The factory was tooled up for high volume production.
- They had to tool up the plant to produce the new model.
B2General Preparation
(informal)To gather or prepare the necessary equipment or tools for a particular task.
Example
- We need to tool up for the camping trip.
- Now that we're tooled up, we can start the project.
C1Conflict/Combat
(informal, slang)To arm oneself or a group with weapons in preparation for a fight.
Example
- The gang tooled up before heading out.
- They decided to tool up for protection.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "tool up":
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