Adding or Filling: English Vocabulary List

to fully supply with equipment, clothes, food, or other necessities

"They fit up the room."

"The expedition team was meticulously fit up with all the necessary survival gear for the harsh Arctic conditions."

to fill or place a significant amount of weight or quantity onto something

"Load up the truck with supplies."

"We need to load up the car with all of our camping gear before we can leave for the trip."

to make something fuller or fluffier by shaking or adjusting it

"Plump up the pillows on the sofa."

"You should plump up the pillows on the sofa before the guests arrive so they look neat and inviting."

to calculate and find the total by adding together various numbers or amounts

"Please tot up costs."

"The waiter carefully totted up the bill, ensuring every item ordered was accurately included in the final total."

to amount to a particular total

"It will add up to."

"All these small acts of kindness will add up to a significant positive impact on the community."

to make something become full

"Fill up the gas tank please."

"Please fill up the gas tank before returning the rental car to avoid paying extra fees."

to inject air into an object using a tool

"We need to pump up the tires."

"The mechanic had to pump up the tires on the car before it could be driven safely."

to add spices or flavorful ingredients to a dish to give it more flavor

"Spice up the curry."

"A dash of chili powder and some fresh herbs will wonderfully spice up this simple dish."

to add more liquid to someone's glass or cup

"Top up the tank with petrol."

"You should top up your car's oil before driving on the highway for a long distance to avoid engine damage."