get off
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
2a : utter get off a jokeb : to write and send
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Examples of get off in a Sentence
told him to get off for home before it got dark
breakfast helps you get off to a good start in the morning
First Known Use of get off
1601
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