go–getter

noun go–get·ter \ˈgō-ˈge-tər, -ˌge-\

: a person who works very hard and who wants very much to succeed

Full Definition of GO-GETTER

: an aggressively enterprising person

— go–get·ting \-ˌge-tiŋ\ adjective or noun

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1919

Synonyms: bootstrapper, go-ahead, highflier (or highflyer), hummer, hustler, live wire, powerhouse, rustler, self-starter

GO-GETTING Defined for Kids

noun go–get·ter \ˈgō-ˌge-tər\

: a person determined to succeed

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