science up

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Meaning · English

To develop or create in a scientific way

Register: informal

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

That is the calibre of person who, in the age of express delivery, is working on sciencing-up the plain cardboard box.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “science up” mean?

To develop or create in a scientific way

Is “science up” formal or informal?

science up is generally informal.