tune up
The phrase "tune up" has various applications, from vehicle maintenance to musical preparation and even slang usage.
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Definition
B2Automotive
(technical)To adjust or replace parts of a vehicle to ensure it runs efficiently.
Example
- I need to tune up my car before the long road trip.
- Regular tune-ups can extend the life of your vehicle.
B2Music
(technical)To adjust a musical instrument to ensure it produces the correct pitch.
Example
- The orchestra tuned up their instruments before the concert.
- She always tunes up her guitar before playing.
B1Exercise
(informal)To prepare the body for physical activity through light exercise or stretching.
Example
- The athletes tuned up with some stretching exercises.
- He tunes up by jogging before his workouts.
C1Slang
(informal, chiefly US)To physically assault someone.
Example
- He got tuned up by the gang for crossing their territory.
- They threatened to tune him up if he didn't pay.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "tune up":
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