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Definition firm up in British English

firm up phrasal verb

phrasal verb
1

to become more definite, or to make something more definite

Example

Negotiators will meet later this week to firm up the deal.

Example

Voting preferences have firmed up over the past few months.

Synonyms and related words
make certain beyond (any) doubt confirm
2

to make the muscles in a part of your body stronger

Synonyms and related words
burn off exercise firm up
3

to give someone or something what they need in order to be stronger

Example

They've agreed to firm up their peacekeeping force.

Synonyms and related words
strengthen bolster intensify
Definition firm up in British English