Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

get the feel of

idiomatic expression
/ɡɛt ðə fiːl əv/
Definition
To understand or become familiar with something through experience.
Examples
  • Before deciding on the new software, it’s important to get the feel of how it functions.
  • She visited the town a few times to get the feel of its culture.
  • As a new employee, he took some time to get the feel of the company’s workflow.
Meaning
To learn about or experience something in order to grasp its nature or essence.
Synonyms
  • understand
  • experience
  • grasp
  • comprehend
  • familiarize oneself