Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

get-around

phrasal verb
/ɡɛt əˈraʊnd/
Definition
To move from one place to another; to manage to avoid or bypass something.
Examples
  • It’s difficult to get around the city without a car.
  • She found a way to get around the strict rules at work.
  • During the holiday season, it’s easier to get around using public transportation.
Meaning
‘Get-around’ refers to both the act of traveling or moving around, as well as finding ways to overcome obstacles or limitations.
Synonyms
  • navigate
  • circumvent
  • avoid
  • travel