get around verb6 •To move to the other side of (something, such as an obstruction) by deviating from a direct course or following a curved path.The tide was too high, and we couldn't get around the rocks.There's no trail going through. We can't get around to the lake. •To transport oneself from place to place.How's he gonna get around without a car?Granny uses a wheelchair to get around. •To circumvent the obligation and performance of a chore; to get out of.How did you get around having to write the executive report?My brother always gets around cleaning his room himself. •(figurative) To avoid or bypass an obstacle.Tax consultants look for ways to get around the law. •To visit numerous different places.From town to town (get around round round I get around) — 1964 •(slang) To be sexually promiscuous.Wow, she really gets around. formsgot around · gotten around · getting around · gets around