Get the drop on

to get the drop on someone means to gain an advantage through the element of surprise in a fight.
some people will tell you this phrase originates from fortnite. i have been using this phrase since before their parents had found themselves infertile and decided to adopt.

If we attack now we can get the drop on them.

by SoldMySoulForAChickenBurrito December 31, 2020

Get the DROP on a Nigga

To somehow one-up an opponent in a battle, usually by being faster or more skilled with weapons.

"I cut a hole in my t shirt right near the ass so I can whip out my gat and get the drop on a nigga"

by FeckingBatman August 26, 2008

to get (or have) the drop on someone

to get (or have) an advantage on or over him/her/them.

by Mr. Terrence L. Trezvant October 5, 2003