top-up
1 of 1noun/ˈtɑpˌʌp/
Forms:top-ups
1
an extra amount of money added to an existing sum so that it reaches the required total
C2- Before embarking on the road trip, I stopped at the gas station to top up the tank.
- After using my public transportation card for the week, I needed to top it up with more credit to continue commuting.
- To ensure a stable internet connection throughout the day, I regularly top up my data plan on my mobile phone.
- The parent added funds to their child's lunch account at school to top up their balance and ensure they could purchase meals for the month.
- As my prepaid phone plan was running low on minutes, I went online to top up my account before it expired.