get behind something

get behind (someone or something)

1. To physically position oneself (or be positioned) behind someone or something. How exactly did the cat manage to get behind the refrigerator? How did this pen get behind the couch? Did you drop it?2. To support someone or something. I'm sorry, but I just can't get behind an initiative that is going to lead to more layoffs.3. To like or enjoy something. I know you guys love baseball, but I just can't get behind it—it puts me to sleep!See also: behind, get

get behind something

in. to enjoy something, such as a drug or music. (Originally drugs.) I’m really getting behind heavy metal. See also: behind, get, something