boning (up)

verb

present participle of bone (up)
as in studying
to use the mind to acquire knowledge I suggest you bone up a bit on torts before the next attempt at the bar exam

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  1. studying
  2. going over
Verb
  • Plates and plumes The problem with studying the formation of continents is that the geological evidence of this process is almost gone.
    — Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 5 July 2026
  • The robot was shown footage of professional footballers performing drills and movements, studying the mechanics of the sport the way a player might review game tape.
    — Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 5 July 2026
Definition of studying
Verb
  • Henderson appeared to slip while going over an advertising board after celebrating with England fans.
    — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 8 July 2026
  • Anderson was the final one in the gym, spending nearly a good dozen or so minutes seated next to Hornets assistant coach Ryan Frazier, chatting for a lengthy spell while going over some things.
    — Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 7 July 2026
Definition of going over
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“Boning (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boning%20%28up%29. Accessed 16 Jul. 2026.

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