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Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see get, it. If you order the pizza, I'll go get it.
To understand something; to catch on; to fully appreciate its implications. If they aren't getting it, explain it a different way.
idiomatic To receive a negative thing: to receive punishment; to receive a retaliation; to receive a beating; to get what's coming to one; to feel someone's wrath. After the way she spoke to him, she's really going to get it this time.
slang To be struck (as an act of violence). If you don't put away that smug little smile I swear you'll get it right in the teeth.
euphemistic, slang To have sex, especially referring to its possibility or eventuality. He could get it if he just had more confidence.

Used to encourage someone, especially to indicate that someone is doing something well.

colloquial Do you understand? Have you heard? (after explaining or giving an order) Don't ever touch my computer. Get it?
Used to draw attention to a pun or other joke one has made.