get down
verb
got down; got down or gotten down; getting down; gets down
1
: to manage to swallow
2
: to cause to be physically, mentally, or emotionally exhausted : depress
the weather was getting her down
3
: to commit to writing : describe
1
: to alight especially from a vehicle : descend
2
: to give one's attention or consideration
—used with to
get down to business
3
a
: to perform music or dance effectively and infectiously
b
: to have a good time partying
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“Get down.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/get%20down. Accessed 13 Aug. 2025.
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