setup
word
Definition
A setup is the way something is arranged, prepared, or organized so it can work or be used. It can also mean the equipment and structure involved, or a dishonest plan to trick someone.
Usage & Nuances
Very common in tech and everyday speech. Often used for computers, gaming, audio, or room arrangement: 'my desk setup', 'the camera setup'. As one word, 'setup' is usually a noun; the verb is 'set up' as two words. It can also mean 'a setup' = a trap or frame-up in informal speech.
Example Sentences
My computer setup is very simple.
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The room has a nice setup for meetings.
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This setup takes only five minutes.
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I love your gaming setup—it looks so clean.
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The whole thing felt like a setup from the start.
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Once you get the setup right, the app runs smoothly.
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