How to Pronounce "doctor up"
expression
DAHK-ter UP
DOK-tuh UP
Definition
To change or add something to make it look, taste, or seem better, especially in a way that hides the original or is not completely honest.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɑktɝ/, /ˈdɔktɝ/ /ˈəp
British English
dˈɒktɐ/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DAHK-ter UP
UK
DOK-tuh UP
Listen in Context
I like to doctor up my soup with extra spices.
He doctored up his resume to look more impressive.
She doctored up the old table with some paint.
Let’s just doctor up that photo before posting it online.