get on
/G EH1 T AA1 N/verb
- 1
To board or mount (something), especially a vehicle.
“Please get on the bus as quickly as possible.”
- 2
To be successful.
“I hear John has a new job. How's he getting on?”
- 3
(with "with") To progress (with).
“It's time to get on with improving quality.”
- 4
To become late.
“It was getting on for midnight before I went to bed.”
- 5
To become old.
“My parents are visibly getting on a bit these days.”
- 6
To have a good relationship; to get along.
“I wish you and I could learn to get on.”
- 7
To commence (an action).
“The dishes need washing, the floor needs vacuuming, the laundry needs folding. Get on it!”
interjection
- 1
Expresses surprise or disbelief.
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