Meaning
To raise a child; or to mention a topic in conversation.
Example Sentence
"She was brought up in a small town. / He brought up an interesting point."
Synonyms
raise
rear
mention
introduce
Usage Note
This phrasal verb is separable. When using a noun object, it can go between the verb and particle or after the particle. When using a pronoun object, it must go between the verb and particle (e.g., "turn it off" not "turn off it").