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set-up
ˈset-up , set‧up /ˈsetʌp/ noun
1. [countable usually singular] the way that something is organized or arranged:
    the traditional classroom set-up
2. [countable usually singular] informal a dishonest plan that is intended to trick someone:
    How do I know this isn’t a set-up?
3. [uncountable] the act of organizing something, such as a business or a computer system:
    The IT department will assist you with installation and setup.
4. [countable] several pieces of equipment that work together in a system:
    ‘Do you use the school darkroom?’ ‘No, I’ve got my own setup at home.’
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set-upBrE /ˈset ʌp/ 🔊NAmE /ˈset ʌp/ 🔊 noun [usually singular] (informal) a way of organizing sth; a system 组织;机构;建制;体制I've only been here a couple of weeks and I don't really know the set-up. 我刚来几个星期,对这里的组织情况不大了解。🔊🔊a situation in which sb tricks you or makes it seem as if you have done sth wrong 陷害;栽赃He didn't steal the goods. It was a set-up. 那些商品不是他偷的,这是栽赃。🔊🔊