Meaning & Definition of word "Get"

Get

/ɡɛt/

noun:

  • 1. the act of obtaining something.
    • Example: That was quite a get for the team in the draft.

verb:

  • 1. to come into possession of; to obtain.
    • Example: I need to get some groceries before dinner.
  • 2. to become.
    • Example: It's getting dark outside.
  • 3. to understand.
    • Example: Do you get what I mean?
  • 4. to bring or take someone or something to a particular place.
    • Example: Can you get the kids from school?
  • 5. to cause to be in a particular state.
    • Example: She got him angry with her comments.

Etymology

Old Norse 'geta' meaning 'to obtain, to reach.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

get going:

to begin or start moving.

get along:

to have a good relationship with someone.

get out of hand:

to become unmanageable.

get in touch:

to contact someone.

get the ball rolling:

to start an activity.

Related Words

obtain:

to gain possession of something.

acquire:

to gain an asset or object.

receive:

to be given something.

fetch:

to go and bring back something.

capture:

to take possession of something.

Slang Meanings of get

Meaning: to understand

Example Sentence: I get it now!

Meaning: to make a profit or gain

Example Sentence: He really gets on that investment.