ALL meanings of bringing-up
bring-up
B b - verb with object bringing-up to carry, convey, conduct, or cause (someone or something) to come with, to, or toward the speaker: Bring the suitcase to my house. He brought his brother to my office. 1
- verb with object bringing-up to cause to come to or toward oneself; attract: Her scream brought the police. He brought honor to his family by his heroism. 1
- verb with object bringing-up to cause to occur or exist: The medication brought instant relief. 1
- verb with object bringing-up to cause to come into a particular position, state, or effect: to bring the car to a stop. 1
- verb with object bringing-up to cause to appear or occur in the mind; evoke or recall: The letter brought her memories of youth. 1
- verb with object bringing-up to persuade, convince, compel, or induce: She couldn't bring herself to sell the painting. 1
- verb with object bringing-up to sell for; fetch: These lamps will bring a good price. 1
- verb with object bringing-up Law. to commence: to bring an action for damages. 1