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Get Meaning

Get means to receive, obtain, or become something.

verb 3 letters easy word
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Dictionary definition

To receive, obtain, become, understand, or reach something, depending on context.

Example sentences

Get in a sentence

easy

I will get a book from the shelf.

medium

She started to get tired after the long walk.

hard

Get is a very common verb with many meanings, so context is important.

Synonyms

Words like Get

receiveBe given something.
obtainGet or gain something.
becomeStart to be something.
Antonyms

Opposite words

giveOffer something to someone else.
loseNo longer have something.
Word family

Get word family

Base word

get

verb

gets

Present-tense form.

verb

got

Past tense form.

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Practice 1

What does get mean?

Practice 2

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Practice 3

Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to get?

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