| Allg. |
to attempt to do or undertake something, especially that which is unfamiliar or new (I know a lot of this work is new to you, but just have a go and let me know if you have any questions.  thefreedictionary.com • I'm having a go at doing my own taxes this year to save on the cost of hiring an accountant. • I don't know if I can do it, but, sure, I'll have a go.); to physically attack someone (Watch out for that bull in the back field — he'll have a go at you if you get too close. thefreedictionary.com • There were a couple of drunkards having a go outside our local pub last night.); to criticize, berate, or verbally harass someone at length and/or with great intensity (My wife had a go at me last night for coming home drunk again. thefreedictionary.com • My parents were always having a go when I was a kid—it's no wonder they got divorced.) |
