Phrase guide

clue up

verb · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To become knowledgeable on a subject.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: intransitive

Examples

  • We've been cluing up all week, so we'll be ready.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To make knowledgeable on a subject.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Qualifier: passive voice

Examples

  • That summer course really clued me up on mathematics.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

3

verb

Meaning 3

Synonym of clew.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Topics: nautical, transport

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: clew

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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