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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.