1
: an act or series of actions in which someone is framed
2
: an action that is framed

Word History

First Known Use

1889, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of frame-up was in 1889

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Cite this Entry

“Frame-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/frame-up. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

frame-up

noun
ˈfrā-ˌməp
: a scheme to cause an innocent person to be accused of a crime

Legal Definition

frame-up

noun
ˈfrām-ˌəp
: an act or series of acts in which someone is framed

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