English · Greetings & Phrases
get going
/ɡɛt ˈɡoʊɪŋ/
[/ɡɛt ˈɡoʊɪŋ/]
start; leave
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Definition
To start moving or doing something, or to leave a place.
Example
It's late; we'd better get going.
It's late; we'd better get going.
Etymology
From 'get' plus 'going', the idea of putting oneself into motion.
How & Where It’s Used
Informal for starting or leaving.