Meaning of the word "sprucing up" in English

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

sprucing up

US /ˈspruːsɪŋ ʌp/
UK /ˈspruːsɪŋ ʌp/

Phrasal Verb

to make something look neater, cleaner, or more attractive

Example:
We spent the weekend sprucing up the garden for the party.
The old house needed a lot of sprucing up before it could be sold.