Phrase guide

get the picture

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

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To understand or comprehend a situation; to interpret things correctly.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal

Examples

  • I hung a "no solicitors" sign by my door. One of these days, I hope they'll get the picture and quit ringing the bell.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

get the meaning of something

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • Do you comprehend the meaning of this letter?

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: grok, comprehend, savvy, dig, grasp, compass, apprehend

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: understand

Narrower terms: figure, catch on, get wise, get onto, tumble, latch on, cotton on, twig, get it, intuit, digest

History

Etymology

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