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
