Getting

/ˈɡɛtɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun
The process of receiving or acquiring something.
The getting of the funds took longer than expected.
The act or process of achieving or obtaining something.
Getting a promotion at work requires hard work.
verb
The act of obtaining or acquiring something.
I am getting a new phone next week.
The process of becoming or coming to be in a certain state.
He is getting better after his surgery.
Moving from one place to another; reaching a destination.
She is getting to the office early today.

Etymology

Derived from the verb 'get', which comes from Middle English 'geten', meaning 'to obtain, secure'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

getting ahead:
Making progress or advancing in a job or situation.
getting by:
Managing to survive or make a living.
getting there:
Approaching a goal or destination.

Related Words

Slang Meanings

Getting lit
We're getting lit at the party tonight.
Getting the hang of it
I'm finally getting the hang of this game.