do up
To close or fasten something like a button or zip, or to fix up a building to make it look nice.
Meanings
To fasten or close an item of clothing, such as buttons, a zip, or shoelaces.
"It's cold outside — do up your coat before you leave."
To renovate or redecorate a building or room to improve its condition and appearance.
"They bought an old cottage and spent years doing it up."
To wrap or package something, especially as a gift.
"She did up the presents in gold paper and tied them with ribbon."
Very common in British English. The 'fasten' sense is used for all kinds of clothing fastenings. The 'renovate' sense is particularly British. The wrapping sense also exists but is less frequent.
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