What does "fall to" mean?

To enter into or begin an activity, especially with enthusiasm or commitment and especially in regard to the activities of eating or drinking.

What is a synonym for "fall to"?

Common synonyms include: accept, assume, attack, attempt, begin, blast away.

verb

verb ·Uncommon ·College level

Verb

1
To enter into or begin an activity, especially with enthusiasm or commitment and especially in regard to the activities of eating or drinking. dated, intransitive
"Titus: Come, let's fall to; and, gentle girl, eat this."
2
To succumb to (a prank or trick); to fall for (something). dated, transitive

"Titus: Come, let's fall to; and, gentle girl, eat this."