arrange or establish
They decided to set up a small café near the university.
set up — 3 meanings
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prepare equipment
It took me an hour to set up the new printer.
frame someone
He claimed he was set up by his business rivals and had nothing to do with the fraud.
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1. arrange or establish
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to organize or start something, such as a business, event, or system
They decided to set up a small café near the university.
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to get equipment or devices ready so they can be used
It took me an hour to set up the new printer.
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to make someone appear guilty of a crime or wrongdoing by deliberately creating false evidence or circumstances.
He claimed he was set up by his business rivals and had nothing to do with the fraud.
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