Definition of go by Go by

We found 6 definitions of go by from 3 different sources.

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What does go by mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Verb

go by - be or act in accordance with; "Go by this rule and you'll be safe"
  conform to, follow observe; "conform to the rules"
go by - be called; go by a certain name; "She goes by her maiden name again"
  go under
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Wiktionary Wiktionary dictionary logo

  • go by (Verb)
    To pass or go past without much interaction.
  • go by (Verb)
    To be called, to use as a name.
  • go by (Verb)
    To follow; to assume as true for the purposes of making a decision, taking an action, etc.

Sailor's Word-BookThe Sailor's Word-Book

  • go by
    Stratagem.--To give her the go by, is to escape by deceiving.

Pronunciation

Sign Language

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