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Setup
see synonyms of setupNoun
2. setup
the way something is organized or arranged
Example Sentences:'it takes time to learn the setup around here'
WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.
Setup
see synonyms of setup noun
1.
the way in which something is set up
; specif.,a.
the plan, makeup, or arrangement, as of equipment, an organization, etc.
b.
the details of a situation, plan of action, etc.
2. US
bodily posture; carriage
3. US
the glass, ice, soda water, etc. provided for preparing an alcoholic drink
4. US, Informal
a.
a contest deliberately arranged as an uneven match to result in an easy victory
b.
the contestant marked for defeat in such a contest
c.
an undertaking that is, or is purposely made, very easy, or a goal or result that is easy to achieve
d.
a person who is easily tricked
adjective
5. US, Baseball
of or having to do with a relief pitcher who specializes in pitching just before the closer
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Setup
see synonyms of setupn.
1. The way in which something is constituted, arranged, or planned.
2. The gathering and organization of the equipment needed for an operation, procedure, or task.
3.
a. Physical makeup; physique.
b. Body posture or carriage, especially militarily erect bearing.
4.
a. often setups Informal The collective ingredients, such as ice, mixers, and glasses, necessary for serving various alcoholic drinks.
b. A table setting, as in a restaurant.
5. A camera position, as for a particular shot in a scene being filmed.
6. Slang
a. A contest prearranged to result in an easy or faked victory.
b. An endeavor intentionally made easy.
c. A deceptive scheme, such as a fraud or hoax.
7. A plan or strategy for a projected course of action.
8. Sports A play or pass that creates a scoring opportunity.
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