get down

verb

1. 1

   take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

   We began working at dawn

   Who will start?

2. 2

   put down in writing; of texts, musical compositions, etc.

3. 3

   pass through the esophagus as part of eating or drinking

   Swallow the raw fish--it won't kill you!

4. 4

   lower someone's spirits; make downhearted

   These news depressed her

   The bad state of her child's health demoralizes her

5. 5

   alight from (a horse)

6. 6

   move something or somebody to a lower position

   take down the vase from the shelf

7. 7

   lower (one's body) as by kneeling

   Get down on your knees!