ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun
( -s )
Etymology: tune up
1. : a general adjustment to insure operation at peak efficiency
periodic oil changes … and motor tune-ups in the spring and fall are essential — Automobilist
2. : a preliminary trial : warm-up
takes a practice jump with her mount … in a tune-up for the rugged international competition — New York Times