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get down

verb

Definition of GET DOWN

transitive verb
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
intransitive verb
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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First Known Use of GET DOWN

1647

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Rhymes with GET DOWN

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