store up
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To build up a supply of (something), usually for use at a particular time in the future, when the time is right.
Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt
Tích lũy một lượng (điều gì) để sử dụng vào một thời điểm cụ thể trong tương lai
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Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
They should store up an untold wealth of heroic sentiment; they should acquire the habit of carrying a literary quality in their conversation; they should carry a heart full of the fresh and delightful associations and memories connected with poetry hours to brighten mature years.
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 “store up” mean?
To build up a supply of (something), usually for use at a particular time in the future, when the time is right.
Is “store up” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.