put something up

Related to word: put

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Definition (attachment)

  1. to attach something to a vertical surface

    • Please put this bulletin board up on the wall in the lobby.

    • We need to put the new mailbox up on the vertical surface at the entrance.

    • He put the picture frame up on the wall to display his photos.

Definition (construction)

  1. B2

    to construct something

    • They plan to put up a new shopping mall downtown.

    • The company recently put up a large factory in the suburbs.

    • This building was put up by them last year.

Definition (finance)

  1. to offer or lend a sum of money for a specific purpose

    • He is willing to put up the funds for this deal.

    • They need to put up a loan to complete this project.

    • I can put up the capital for your startup plan to help you get started.

Definition (position)

  1. B1

    to elevate something or secure it in an elevated position

    • They need to put the lantern up higher so that everyone can see it.

    • To decorate, we decided to put the flag up on the roof.

    • She put the frame up on the wall to showcase her new artwork.

Definition (value)

  1. B1

    to raise the cost or worth of something

    • Increased market demand caused the store to put the prices up.

    • We need to put up the cost of heating before winter arrives.

    • Rising transportation costs forced the logistics company to put up the shipping fees.