The Open Dictionary

start (something) up

Related to word: start

Phrasal Verb

Definition (business)

  1. When a company or institution is established or set in motion, or if someone initiates one, it comes into existence and commences to operate.

    • She decided to start up a coffee shop from home and worked hard to get it running.

    • The entrepreneur hopes to start up a successful startup in the tech industry.

    • The government provided funding to support the start-up and operation of new businesses.

Definition (engine)

  1. When a car or engine begins to function, or if someone gets it going, it starts to operate.

    • He pressed the button to start up the engine and drove the car forward.

    • To ensure the car would start up in the freezing winter, he often started it in advance.

    • If the car won't start up, check if the battery is charged.