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Meaning of get on

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

get on

verb

Definitions

  1. To board or mount (something), especially a vehicle.

    Example: Please get on the bus as quickly as possible.

  2. To be successful.

    Example: I hear John has a new job. How's he getting on?

  3. (with "with") To progress (with).

    Example: It's time to get on with improving quality.

  4. To become late.

    Example: It was getting on for midnight before I went to bed.

interjection

Definitions

  1. Expresses surprise or disbelief.