go in for
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To enter a competition.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To have an interest in or approve of something.
Register: colloquial
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To engage oneself or take part in something.
Register: colloquial
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “go in for” mean?
To enter a competition.
Is “go in for” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.