Get off

Get off

/ษกet หˆษ’f/
Verb United Kingdom

To make out with someone.

Example Sentences

"Don't Get off about like that!"
"He's always trying to Get off when he shouldn't."

Etymology & History

British slang (among other meanings) for romantic/sexual success. 'Get off with someone' means kiss/hook up. Youth slang particularly. Context crucial - also means disembark, escape punishment. The romantic meaning emerged mid-20th century.

Word Details

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Region
General British
๐Ÿ“…
Era
Modern
โš ๏ธ
Language
Moderate
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Formality
Slang
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