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Setup is defined as the way in which something is arranged, or a contest where the victory is predetermined because the two contestants are not evenly matched.

(noun)

An example of a setup is how food and drinks are arranged at a party.
An example of a setup is when a strong debater is matched with a weak debater.

The definition of setup is a relief pitcher who pitches right before the closer.

(adjective)

An example of a setup pitcher is a relief pitcher who does pitch the last balls of the game.

See setup in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

the way in which something is set up; specif.,
1. the plan, makeup, or arrangement, as of equipment, an organization, etc.
2. the details of a situation, plan of action, etc.
☆ bodily posture; carriage
☆ the glass, ice, soda water, etc. provided for preparing an alcoholic drink
☆ Informal
1. a contest deliberately arranged as an uneven match to result in an easy victory
2. the contestant marked for defeat in such a contest
3. an undertaking that is, or is purposely made, very easy, or a goal or result that is easy to achieve
4. a person who is easily tricked

adjective

☆ Baseball of or having to do with a relief pitcher who specializes in pitching just before the closer

See setup in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

The way in which something is constituted, arranged, or planned.
The gathering and organization of the equipment needed for an operation, procedure, or task.
a. Physical makeup; physique.
b. Body posture or carriage, especially militarily erect bearing.
a. Informal The collective ingredients, such as ice, mixers, and glasses, necessary for serving various alcoholic drinks. Often used in the plural.
b. A table setting, as in a restaurant.
A camera position, as for a particular shot in a scene being filmed.
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.
A plan or strategy for a projected course of action.
Sports A play or pass that creates a scoring opportunity.