get into
get
ˈgɛt
get
in
ɪn
in
to
too
British pronunciation
/ɡˈɛt ˌɪntʊ/

Definition & Meaning of "get into"in English

to get into
[phrase form: get]
01

to become involved in or associated with a particular situation, activity, or group

Transitive: to get into ac activity or a group
to get into definition and meaning
example
Examples
She got into the school choir and started practicing with the group.
02

to begin participating in, learning about, and developing a strong interest or passion for a particular activity, hobby, or topic

Transitive: to get into an activity or a topic
to get into definition and meaning
example
Examples
They got into gardening and created a colorful backyard oasis.
03

to enter or reach a location

Transitive: to get into a space
to get into definition and meaning
example
Examples
She needed to get into the building to attend the meeting.
04

to put on a piece of clothing or an outfit, especially with some difficulty due to a tight fit

Transitive: to get into an outfit
to get into definition and meaning
example
Examples
He attempted to get into the wetsuit for his scuba diving adventure.
05

to gain admission to a college, university, or similar institution

Transitive: to get into an educational institution or program
example
Examples
He was thrilled to get into the prestigious medical school.
06

to thoroughly familiarize oneself with a subject, skill, or topic

Transitive: to get into a subject or skill
example
Examples
They decided to get into the history of ancient civilizations.
07

to scold someone, especially in a confrontational manner

Transitive: to get into sb
example
Examples
He got into his employee for repeatedly missing deadlines.
08

to reach into or enter an object, such as a bag or a car, usually with the intent of retrieving something or occupying a space

Transitive: to get into a container or closed space
example
Examples
She got into her purse to find her keys.
09

to influence someone to participate in an activity or behavior that is unusual or unexpected for them

Ditransitive: to get into sb an activity
example
Examples
The coach tried to get the players into a new training regimen for improved performance.
10

to be elected to a political office or position

Transitive: to get into a position or an office
example
Examples
She got into Parliament as an MP in 2005.
11

to reach a certain condition or state

Transitive: to get into a state
example
Examples
She gradually got into a more positive mindset after the challenging period.
12

to cause someone to reach a certain condition or state

Transitive: to get into a specific condition
example
Examples
His risky investments could get him into financial difficulties.
13

to begin a specific habit or regular practice

Transitive: to get into a habit
example
Examples
She recently got into the habit of daily meditation to reduce stress.
14

to start a career within a particular profession or field

Transitive: to get into a profession or field
example
Examples
After completing his apprenticeship, he got into the trade industry.
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