Definition of get off
intransitive verb
1
:to avoid the most serious consequences of a dangerous situation or punishment
- got off with a light sentence
3
:to leave work with permission or as scheduled
4
:to get high on a drug
5
:to experience orgasm
6
:to experience great pleasure
—often used with on
transitive verb
1
:to secure the release of or procure a modified penalty for
- his lawyers got him off
2 a
:utter
- get off a joke
b
:to write and send
3
:to succeed in doing, making, or delivering
4
:to cause to get off
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