Spruce up Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Casual Improvement Used in relaxed situations to describe small tidy-ups, not thorough cleanings. I'm just going to spruce up the kitchen before they come. Pro Tip 2/3Quick Fix Implies a swift and easy effort to enhance appearance, not a long project. Give me five minutes to spruce up before we head out. Pro Tip 3/3Not Deep Cleaning Refers to surface-level neatness, doesn't mean deep or thorough cleaning. Can you spruce up the living room? The guests might arrive any minute.