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Definition pack up in British English

pack up phrasal verb

phrasal verb
1

to put things into a bag, case, or box so that you can take or send them somewhere

Example

He simply packed up his belongings and moved out on Tuesday.

Synonyms and related words
bag bed bottle
2

if a machine or piece of equipment packs up, it stops working

Example

The camera had packed up.

Synonyms and related words
break down go off shut off
3

to finish work for the day by putting work or equipment away

Example

The workmen have already packed up and left.

Synonyms and related words
complete end carry through
4

to stop doing something, especially a job

Example

Do you think he's going to pack up this job too?

Synonyms and related words
stop break off give up resign retire stand down
Definition pack up in British English