Meaning of get at in English

1. Pronunciation

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1. Verb

   get at

   Definitions

   1. reach or gain access to

   Examples

   • « How does one access the attic in this house? »
   • « I cannot get to the T.V. antenna, even if I climb on the roof »
2. 2. influence by corruption
3. 3. cause annoyance in

   Examples

   • « disturb, especially by minor irritations »
   • « Mosquitoes buzzing in my ear really bothers me »
   • « It irritates me that she never closes the door after she leaves »