Meaning & Definition of word "Go"

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    Go

    /ɡoʊ/

    noun:

    • 1. An act of going; movement or progress.
      • Example: It's a long go from the village to the city.
    • 2. A chance or opportunity to do something.
      • Example: This is your go to try out for the role.
    • 3. A state of being able to take action or proceed.
      • Example: We need the green light before we can get a go.

    verb:

    • 1. To move from one place to another.
      • Example: I will go to the store after work.
    • 2. To leave or depart.
      • Example: She decided to go without him.
    • 3. To function or work.
      • Example: Does this car still go?
    • 4. To proceed or advance.
      • Example: We should go ahead with the project.
    • 5. To pass into a specified state or condition.
      • Example: I hope things go well for you.

    Etymology

    From Old English 'gān', meaning to walk, to travel, march.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    go for it:

    to attempt or try something, usually something challenging.

    go out:

    to leave one's home or place to engage in social activities.

    go hand in hand:

    to be closely related or interconnected.

    Related Words

    going:

    the act of moving or traveling.

    gone:

    having left or departed.

    goer:

    a person who goes.

    Slang Meanings of go

    Meaning: to leave quickly.

    Example Sentence: I gotta go, see you later!

    Meaning: to be in motion or active.

    Example Sentence: This party is really going!