Meaning of the word "dream up" in English

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

dream up

US /ˌdriːm ˈʌp/

UK /ˌdriːm ˈʌp/

to invent something in your mind, especially something unusual or impractical

Example:

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He dreamed up a crazy plan to travel around the world in a hot air balloon.

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Where did you dream up that ridiculous idea?

Synonym:

invent devise contrive concoct imagine

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