Phrase guide

do one

num · verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • /ˌdoʊ ˈwʌn/
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1

num

Meaning 1

The cardinal number occurring after do and before do two in a duodecimal system. Written 11, decimal value 13.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To go away, to leave; to get lost.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: UK, colloquial

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

A contraction of several related longer expressions like do a runner, do a bunk, do a flit and do a moonlight flit

Across languages

Translations

4 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Dutch: ervandoor gaan — go away
  • Dutch: ervan tussen knijpen — go away
  • Finnish: häipyä — go away
  • German: abhauen — go away