fall to
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To enter into or begin an activity, especially with enthusiasm or commitment and especially in regard to the activities of eating or drinking.
Register: dated
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Titus: Come, let's fall to; and, gentle girl, eat this.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To succumb to (a prank or trick); to fall for (something).
Register: dated
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “fall to” mean?
To enter into or begin an activity, especially with enthusiasm or commitment and especially in regard to the activities of eating or drinking.
Is “fall to” formal or informal?
fall to is generally dated.