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JAMB Use of English 1981 Question 88

Question 88

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the word or phrase which has the nearest meaning to the underlined word or words: He used his savings to bring up his nephew.

  1. A.lead
  2. B.accompany
  3. C.feed
  4. D.support
  5. E.conduct
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (support)

Explanation

To bring up a child is to raise and look after him; using savings for this means supporting him.