1. To round up something (or round something up) is to increase a number to the nearest whole number, or to the nearest number ending in zero. Example of use: Here's the money I owe you: I've rounded it up to £10. 2. To round up somebody or something (or round somebody or [...]
Phrasal verb: splash out
April 10, 2011 By Leave a Comment
To splash out is to spend a lot of money on something, especially something that you don't really need. Mainly informal UK English. Often followed by 'on'. Examples of use: 1. They won the lottery and splashed out on jewellery, designer clothes and antique furniture. 2. Let's splash out and book a holiday to [...]
Phrasal Verb: settle up
September 18, 2010 By Leave a Comment
To settle up is to pay someone money that you owe them. Examples of use: 1. You go and wait for the taxi, and I'll settle up the bill with the waiter. 2. He owes us £50, but he said he'll settle up with us when he sees us next week. 3. We think she [...]
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