JAMB Use of English 2016 Question 11

Question 11

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the option nearest in 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
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (support)

Explanation

To bring up a child is to raise and support him until he grows up.