tune-up

noun

ˈtün-ˌəp

ˈtyün-

: a general adjustment to ensure operation at peak efficiency

an engine tune-up

: a preliminary trial : warm-up

First Known Use

1933, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler

The first known use of tune-up was in 1933

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Style

“Tune-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tune-up. Accessed 28 Nov. 2022.

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tune-up

ˈt(y)ü-ˌnəp

: a general adjustment to get everything in good working order

an engine tune-up

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