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Definition go in British English

go noun

noun
/ɡəʊ/
1

an attempt to do something

Example

She once had a go at writing a novel but quickly gave up.

Example

I'd thought about skiing for some time and finally decided to give it a go this winter.

Example

Don't try to eat the whole thing in one go.

Synonyms and related words
attempt effort struggle
1.1

your chance to play in a game or to take part in an activity

Example

Whose go is it?

Example

Have a go on my exercise bike if you want.

Example

Donkey rides are £3 a go.

Synonyms and related words
backhand backhander ball
Example

She's always so full of go.

Synonyms and related words
enthusiasm inspiration zeal
3

a Japanese game for two people, played with black and white stones on a board with lines that cross each other

Synonyms and related words
backgammon bagatelle board game
4

a situation in which something that has been planned can happen or be done

Example

It looks like the party tonight is a go.

Synonyms and related words
situation circumstance conditions
5

done quickly along with some other activity

Example

The new benches with solar-powered USB charging units allow members of the public to add juice to their smartphones on the go.

6

in the process of being produced

Example

The young film director has a potential blockbuster on the go.

Definition go in British English

Related Words

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