go at it /ˌɡoʊ ˈæt ɪt/ verb4 •As go at + it; spoken emphasis typically on 'go'.I can't figure out this problem. I've been going at it [going at the problem] for hours now. •(informal) To engage in some activity, especially vigorously or enthusiastically.We were all going at it like crazy, trying to get the job finished before the deadline. •(slang) To fight or argue.Joe accidentally spilled his drink on Eric, Eric got up and insulted his mother, and before you know it, they were going at it. •(slang, euphemistic) To have sex.I walked into my dorm room and caught my roommate and his girlfriend going at it. formswent at it · gone at it · going at it · goes at it