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British pronunciation/ˈɒn/
American pronunciation/ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/

Definition & Meaning of "on"

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used to show that an object is physically in contact with or attached to a surface or object

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If you are cold the blanket is on the bed.
She placed her bag on the chair.
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used to show a day or date

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She has an appointment on August 5th.
The museum opens on May 1st.
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used to indicate the subject or topic of discussion, consideration, or focus

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We need to have a meeting on the new project proposal.
The lecture will be on the history of modern art.
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used to show that something is based on, inspired by, or follows the model of another entity

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The curriculum is structured on the principles of progressive education.
The policy is formulated on the principles of environmental sustainability.
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used to indicate that something is included as part of a group, category, or set

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His name is on the guest list for the event.
She is on the team responsible for the project.
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used to express the target, goal, or recipient of an action or effort

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He is focused on achieving his career goals.
There were three cyber attacks on the government's servers.
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used to indicate the instrument used to perform an action

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Express your creativity on the canvas.
Record your findings on the data sheet.
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used to specify the medium through which something is transmitted, broadcast, or presented

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Watch the news on television.
The movie is available on streaming services.
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used to express involvement, participation, or engagement in a particular activity or task

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He 's on a mission to complete the project.
They 're on a quest for new opportunities.
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used to express the state of being influenced or affected by something, such as a substance or external factor

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She 's on medication for her allergies.
They 're on a strict diet for weight loss.
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used to indicate taking responsibility or assuming the cost for the specified situations

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Coffee 's on me for the team this morning.
The project 's setbacks are on me; I'll address them.
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used to indicate an increase or addition to a particular quantity, amount, or measurement

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There 's a surcharge of a few dollars on the hotel bill.
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used to show that someone is taking time away from regular duties or routines

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They ’re on holiday for the next two weeks.
She ’s on vacation and will be back next month.
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in a position that is in contact with a surface or object

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She placed the coffee cup on the table.
The cat sat on the windowsill, watching the birds outside.
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used to indicate that something continues and does not stop

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with a forward motion

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in a state required for something to function or be effective

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in contact with the body and covering it

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currently powered or activated

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The coffee machine is finally on, so you can grab a cup.
The computer has been on all day, and it's starting to overheat.
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happening or taking place at the present time or in the future

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The meeting is on at the moment.
The concert is on tonight.
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