concept   bone up on
culture   United States
statement   In the United States, the concept of "bone up on" means to intensely study and review material before an exam or important event.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 bone up on United States Common expression meaning to study or review something intensively, often used in academic or professional contexts. 1
2 bone up on United States To study and review material in preparation for an exam or interview. 1
3 bone up on United States Means to study and review diligently in preparation for an exam or task 1
4 bone up on United States To 'bone up on' something means to study or review it intensively, especially before an exam or important event. 1