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Definition

To have.

To be obliged or obligated; must, have to, got to

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Origins

From the present perfect of get.

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In Context

  • "I'd got her by the collar."
  • "Jim's got his eyes closed, so you don't have to worry about him seeing you undressed."
  • "Jose's got a car, hasn't he?"
  • "Sorry, I haven't got beer. We don’t keep any alcohol in the house."
  • "I’ve got a terrible headache. - Have you, dear? I’ll get you an aspirin rightaway."
  • "“Well, your mother has got three windows into my dancing room, and you have three into my garret.”"
  • "I've got to do my homework."
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