Meaning of strike up in English

1. Pronunciation

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1. Verb

   strike up

   Definitions

   1. start playing

   Examples

   • « The musicians struck up a tune »
2. 2. begin

   Examples

   • « strike up a conversation »
   • « strike up a friendship »

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