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- DictionaryOn/ôn/
preposition
- 1. physically in contact with and supported by (a surface): "on the table was a water jug"
- 2. forming a distinctive or marked part of (the surface of something): "a scratch on her arm"
adverb
- 1. physically in contact with and supported by a surface: "make sure the lid is on"
- 2. indicating continuation of a movement or action: "she burbled on"
used as a function word to indicate the object with respect to some misfortune or disadvantageous event. the crops died on them. d. used as a function word to indicate the subject of study, discussion, or consideration.
ON definition: 1. used to show that something is in a position above something else and touching it, or that…. Learn more.
On is also used in phrasal verbs such as 'keep on', 'cotton on', and 'sign on'. If someone or something is on a surface or object, the surface or object is immediately below them and is supporting their weight. He is sitting beside her on the sofa.
1. a. Used to indicate position above and supported by or in contact with: The vase is on the table. We rested on our hands and knees. b. Used to indicate contact with or extent over (a surface) regardless of position: a picture on the wall; a rash on my back.
Britannica Dictionary definition of ON. 1. a — used to indicate that something is attached to, covering, or supported by something else. Put the lid on. I'll steady the horse while you get on. She put on her glasses to read the letter. Keep the tablecloth on. b — used to describe something that is being worn by someone.
Definitions of on. adverb. in a state required for something to function or be effective. “turn the lights on ”. “get a load on ”. adjective. in operation or operational. “left the oven on ”. “the switch is in the on position”.
Definition of on preposition in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
ON definition: 1. on a surface of something: 2. in a particular place: 3. used to show the way in which…. Learn more.
on meaning, definition, what is on: touching a surface or being supported by...: Learn more.
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