Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

have-at

Phrase
/ˈhæv æt/
Definition
To engage in an action or to attack.
Examples
  • When the team was ready to start the project, they all said, ‘Let’s have-at it!’
  • He decided to have-at his opponent in the boxing ring.
Meaning
The phrase ‘have-at’ is often used to signal a willingness to tackle a task or challenge, or to confront someone in a physical way.
Synonyms
  • attack
  • approach
  • engage
  • confront