got down; got down or gotten down; getting down; gets down
Definition of get down
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
1 : to alight especially from a vehicle : descend
2 : to give one's attention or consideration
—used with toget down to business
3a : to perform music or dance effectively and infectiously
b : to have a good time partying
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The first known use of get down was in 1647
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