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ogb

ogb

Germany

What does ‘open up shop’ mean?? I heard that in a rap song and have no clue about its meaning!

03:11 PM Feb 08 2002 |

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john

johnSuper Member!

United States

Hi Ogb,

To “open up shop” usually means to “start a business” or “open up a business for the day.” For example, if your boss told you that tomorrow he’d like you to come in early and open up shop, that means he’d like you to come in early and open the store for customers.

Hope this helps!

John

03:25 PM Feb 13 2002 |