get rid of — to eliminate, remove, or dispose of something unwanted
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to eliminate, remove, or dispose of something unwanted
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɡet rɪd ʌv/
Korean meaning: 제거하다, 없애다, 버리다
Korean pronunciation: **겟** 리드 **오브**
Example Sentences
- My mom told me to get rid of my Pokemon card collection, but those are my precious treasures!
- The company decided to get rid of the outdated computer systems.
- How can I get rid of this annoying hiccup that's been going on for an hour?
get rid of
VERB//ɡet rɪd ʌv//
to eliminate, remove, or dispose of something unwanted
She gets rid of the clutter and feels lighter.
Lift every lid, clear what hid - get rid of it all!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Get comes from Old Norse 'geta' meaning to obtain or receive, while rid comes from Old Norse 'rythja' meaning to clear or make room. The phrase combined these elements to express the removal of unwanted things.
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📝Examples
“My mom told me to get rid of my Pokemon card collection, but those are my precious treasures!”
“The company decided to get rid of the outdated computer systems.”
“How can I get rid of this annoying hiccup that's been going on for an hour?”
“She finally got rid of her toxic friend who always brought negative energy.”
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