brew up

verb — 5 senses

brew up

verb

1

To make (a liquid, especially tea, coffee, or beer) by brewing.

2

Figuratively To concoct.

3

UK Make a fire in order to make tea.

4

Government, Military, Politics, War To go up in flames.

Gavin's tank brewed up on the first hit.

5

Government, Military, Politics, War To cause to go up in flames.

Derived terms: brewup

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