set up synonyms

set up

v.

  1. To make arrangements

    prearrange, inaugurate, work on; see arrange 2.

  2. To finance

    patronize, promote, support, pay for, subsidize.

  3. To establish

    found, originate, make provisions for; see begin 1, establish 2.

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