cure up

C1 neutral inseparable intransitive

In simple words

To become completely hard and solid after going through a special drying or setting process.

Literal meaning: To finish curing (hardening/setting) completely.

Meanings

1 C1 neutral

rare

To fully harden or set through the completion of a curing process.

"Allow the epoxy to cure up completely before applying any weight to the joint."

Grammar: inseparable

Usage notes

Technical term used in construction, manufacturing, and materials science. Not used in everyday casual conversation.

resin concrete adhesive rubber compound sealant

Base

cure up

I/you/we/they

3rd person

cures up

he/she/it

Past simple

cured up

yesterday

Past participle

cured up

have + pp

-ing form

curing up

continuous

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