Meaning of the word "power up" in English

What does "power up" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

power up

US /ˈpaʊər ʌp/
UK /ˈpaʊər ʌp/

Phrasal Verb

1.

to turn on a machine or device, especially an electronic one

Example:
I need to power up my laptop before the meeting.
The system will power up automatically when you plug it in.
2.

to become stronger or more powerful

Example:
The superhero needs to power up before facing the villain.
The company plans to power up its marketing efforts next quarter.