(idiomatic) crazy, mad

simple past tense and past participle of hook up

present participle of spruce up

The person who finishes second, or in any position after the first. / Second favourite.

(Britain, New Zealand) To close an opening with a cork, cork like object or other improvised obstruction.

To take steps to make something appear more attractive or compelling. / To boost or increase something's power (especially an engine).

(cricket) The approach run of a bowler before delivering the ball. / The approach run of a high jumper or other athlete in order to gather speed or momentum.

(chiefly of an object, informal) Worn out by overuse; in a state of disrepair

(Australia, New Zealand) An artificially or disingenuously manufactured outcry, usually in the media.

Alternative form of grown-up