Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
get underway
phrasal verb
/ɡɛt ˌʌndərˈweɪ/
Definition
To begin or commence something, especially an event or project.
Examples
- The project will get underway next month.
- We were excited to get underway with our new business venture.
- Once the preparations are complete, the journey will finally get underway.
Meaning
The phrase ‘get underway’ means to start or initiate an action, process, or event.
Synonyms
- commence
- begin
- initiate
- launch
