Buff up
verb
To improve or update one's knowledge or skills in a particular area.
She decided to buff up on her programming skills before the job interview.
Often appears as...
- buff up on
- buff up before
verb
To polish something until it shines.
He spent the afternoon buffing up his old car.
Often appears as...
- buff up car
- buff up shoes
verb
To exercise in order to increase muscular size and strength.
He started going to the gym every day in an attempt to buff up.
Often appears as...
- buff up body
- buff up muscles
verb
To improve or update one's knowledge or skills in a particular area.
She decided to buff up on her programming skills before the job interview.
Often appears as...
- buff up on
- buff up before
verb
To polish something until it shines.
He spent the afternoon buffing up his old car.
Often appears as...
- buff up car
- buff up shoes
verb
To exercise in order to increase muscular size and strength.
He started going to the gym every day in an attempt to buff up.
Often appears as...
- buff up body
- buff up muscles
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Subject-Specific
Use 'buff up' when referring to improving knowledge in a specialized subject or skill.
He will buff up on his French before moving to Paris.
Pro Tip 2/3Preparation Essential
'Buff up' implies preparation for a specific event or requirement, such as an exam or interview.
They're buffing up on their history for the upcoming quiz.
Pro Tip 3/3Casual Speech
Common in casual or informal conversations, often used when giving advice.
You should buff up on the company's profile before the meeting.
Pro Tip 1/3Subject-Specific
Use 'buff up' when referring to improving knowledge in a specialized subject or skill.
He will buff up on his French before moving to Paris.
Pro Tip 2/3Preparation Essential
'Buff up' implies preparation for a specific event or requirement, such as an exam or interview.
They're buffing up on their history for the upcoming quiz.
Pro Tip 3/3Casual Speech
Common in casual or informal conversations, often used when giving advice.
You should buff up on the company's profile before the meeting.
Pro Tip 1/3Subject-Specific
Use 'buff up' when referring to improving knowledge in a specialized subject or skill.
He will buff up on his French before moving to Paris.
Pro Tip 2/3Preparation Essential
'Buff up' implies preparation for a specific event or requirement, such as an exam or interview.
They're buffing up on their history for the upcoming quiz.
Pro Tip 3/3Casual Speech
Common in casual or informal conversations, often used when giving advice.
You should buff up on the company's profile before the meeting.
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