SkyfireDict

bring about   (TTS Sound)

The verb bring about has 2 senses

• bring about -- (cause to move into the opposite direction; "they brought about the boat when they saw a storm approaching")


• produce, bring about, give rise -- (cause to happen, occur or exist; "This procedure produces a curious effect"; "The new law gave rise to many complaints"; "These chemicals produce a noxious vapor"; "the new President must bring about a change in the health care system")