Meaning & Definition
noun
a party or social gathering, especially one involving eating and drinking.
We had a great do at Emily's house last night.
verb
to carry out, execute, or accomplish.
She needs to do some research for her project.
to act in a particular way.
He doesn't know how to do it correctly.
to achieve or accomplish something.
Can you do the task by tomorrow?
to perform an action or activity.
I will do my homework after dinner.
auxiliary verb
used for emphasis.
I do want to go to the party.
used to form questions and negatives.
Do you like ice cream?
Etymology
Middle English, from Old English 'dōn'; related to Dutch 'doen', German 'tun'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
do away with:
to eliminate or abolish something
do one's best:
to try as hard as one can
do the dishes:
to wash the dirty plates and utensils
do a favor:
to help someone by doing something for them
do a double take:
to look again in surprise or disbelief
Slang Meanings
to engage in sexual activity
They went upstairs to do it.
to understand or manage something
I can't do the math problem.
to achieve or accomplish something exceptional
She really did it this time!