Go-by meaning
An intentional slight; a snub.
noun
A passing by; esp., an intentional disregard or slight.
noun
(idiomatic) To pass or go past without much interaction.
I like to sit and watch the world go by.
verb
(idiomatic) To be called, to use as a name.
His full name is Ernest Tinkleton, but he goes by the name of Ernie.
verb
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To follow; to assume as true for the purposes of making a decision, taking an action, etc.
I'm only going by what my teacher said.
verb