1 C1 idiomatic neutral
to improve a product, machine, or building by giving it higher specifications
"They specced up the base model with a faster processor and more memory."
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spec up
C1 neutral both transitive
to improve something by giving it better technical specifications or features
In plain English
to make something better by adding stronger or higher-quality features
What does "spec up" mean?
One main meaning — here's how to use it.
Literal vs figurative
Words literally mean
to move something up in specification level
Actually means
to make something better by adding stronger or higher-quality features
Usage tip
Used mainly in technical, automotive, and property contexts, especially in British English. Often refers to higher-end options or performance.
Words that pair with "spec up"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
car engine house computer model equipment
How to conjugate "spec up"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
spec up
I/you/we/they
3rd person
specs up
he/she/it
Past simple
speced up
yesterday
Past participle
speced up
have + pp
-ing form
specing up
continuous
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