Meaning of the word "get lost" in English

What does "get lost" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

get lost

US /ɡet lɔːst/
UK /ɡet lɒst/
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Idiom

1.

used to tell someone to go away or stop annoying you, often in a rude or angry way

Example:
I told him to get lost and leave me alone.
Get lost! I'm trying to work.
2.

to become unable to find one's way

Example:
We didn't have a map, so we got lost in the city.
It's easy to get lost in these narrow streets.