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An act of disembarking a vessel or craft
“There is no bus stop for getting-on and getting-off of the passengers on this route.”
Present participle for to alight or dismount from a vehicle or horse
“All the passengers, along with their baggage, had to get off the train.”
Present participle for to leave or exit a place
“I told the kids to get off my lawn as it was private property.”
Present participle for to stop doing something
“It's time to get off the cigarettes!”
Present participle for to take the first step, or to commence an action or event
“These work programs will help the current generation of school-leavers get off to a good start.”
Present participle for to escape a punishment
“Derek somehow managed to get off with only community service.”
Present participle for to escape or avoid punishment for doing something
Present participle for to break free from confinement or control
Present participle for to begin or embark on an action, task or journey
Present participle for to arrange for the delivery of, especially by post
Present participle for to remove, especially a stain
(launch into) Present participle for to be responsible for the creation or use of
(with object) Present participle for to say something in order to convey information or to express a feeling
Present participle for to remove or take off, typically a piece of one's clothing
Present participle for to stop one's participation in an undertaking
Present participle for to come up with a plan or idea
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