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step-up Definition

step·-up (-up′)

adjective

that steps up, or increases; specif.,

  1. designating a transformer in which the output voltage is greater than the input voltage
  2. designating a gear that increases the speed

noun

an increase, as in amount, intensity, etc.

step up Synonyms

step up

v.

augment, improve, intensify; see increase 1.

step-up Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • transformer: A small 1:3 turns ratio step-up transformer is used to match between stages.
  • program: There have been over 200 graduates from the Step-Up program to date.
  • ring: I have just ordered a step-up ring from 49mm to 72mm to allow me to try to use my larger filters.
  • exercise: I also did step-up exercises on the step in the garden.
  • approach: One practice had always followed a step-up approach to dyspepsia.
  • scheme: Everyone at the Assembly has been incredibly supportive of the Step-Up scheme.