go after meaning and definition

GO AFTER verb

Definition of go after (verb)

1. go after with the intent to catch
   • "The policeman chased the mugger down the alley"; "the dog chased the rabbit"
   • synonyms: chase, chase after, dog, give chase, tag, tail, track, trail
2. go in search of or hunt for
   • "pursue a hobby"
   • synonyms: pursue, quest after, quest for