Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
double-up
phrasal verb
/ˈdʌb.əl ʌp/
Definition
To double-up means to fold or bend something, usually for compactness or support, or to duplicate an action or effort.
Examples
- She had to double-up her efforts to meet the deadline.
- During the storm, we decided to double-up on blankets for warmth.
Meaning
The term can refer to either the action of combining two elements or intensification of effort in a particular situation.
Synonyms
- consolidate
- duplicate
- intensify
