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get down Definition and Meaning in English (get down definition)

verb
Synonyms:descenddeclineembark
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Get down definition: To move to a lower position or descend.

Definitions of Get down

  1. 1verb(informal)

    To move to a lower position or descend.

  2. 2verb(informal)

    To begin working on something seriously.

  3. 3verb(informal)

    To become depressed or lose enthusiasm.

Example Sentences

formal

“Please get down from the ladder.”

business

“We need to get down to business.”

casual

“Don't let the news get you down.”

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Inflected Word Forms

past tensegot down
past participlegotten down
present participlegetting down

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Get down definition: To move to a lower position or descend.
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'Get down' translates to 'get down' in English. Get down definition: To move to a lower position or descend.
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