Get into

verb

Word Frequency: 11.1

Definitions

1.verbTo move into (an object), such that one ends up inside it.

"She got into the car."

2.verbTo put on (an item of clothing).

"I'm soaking wet. I need to get into some dry clothes."

3.verbTo reach into (an object).

"The small child got into everything."

4.verbTo become involved or interested in (a discussion, issue, or activity).

"He got into politics."

5.verbTo enter (an unfavourable state).

"How did we get into such a mess?"

6.verbTo cause to behave uncharacteristically; to possess.

"I don't know what's gotten into that child."

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