Definition of "do up" in English

Verb

1. To fasten (a piece of clothing, etc.); to tighten (a nut etc.)

   • I can't do up my shirt. The button is missing.
   • Help me do up this zipper.
   • You hold it in place while I do up the nut.

2. To redecorate (a room, etc.); to make improvements to (a home or domestic property).

   • I'm going to do up the living room next.
   • They've done up the house so that they can sell it more easily.

3. To execute a task or performance.

   • This time I'm going to do it up right.

4. To pack together and envelop; to pack up.

   • I did up the parcel with string and took it to the post office.

5. To accomplish thoroughly.

6. To starch and iron.

7. To beat up; to physically assault.

8. To style (someone's hair); to give (someone) an updo; to wear an updo.