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dummy up en · VERB
Meanings
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To make a mock-up or prototype version of something, without some or all off its intended functionality.
The carpenters dummied up a set of simple props for the rehearsals.
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To make a fake version of something; to make a counterfeit.
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(imperative, informal, sometimes) To suddenly stop talking; shut up; to keep a secret; to refuse to talk.
Everyone was discussing the new teacher, but when she entered the room they all dummied up.
When he couldn't think of any more good lies, he just dummied up.
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