to get the hang of

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to get the hang of - Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48 :

  Hang \Hang\, n.
     1. The manner in which one part or thing hangs upon, or is
        connected with, another; as, the hang of a scythe.
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     2. Connection; arrangement; plan; as, the hang of a
        discourse. [Colloq.]
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     3. A sharp or steep declivity or slope. [Colloq.]
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     To get the hang of, to learn the method or arrangement of;
        hence, to become accustomed to. [Colloq.]
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