put on

/pˌʊt ˈɒn/

/pˌʊt ˈɑːn/

[verb] [adjective]

to put on

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

[phrase form: put]

to put a piece of clothing on one's or someone else's body

synonyms : assume

don

get into

wear

antonyms : take off

put on the stove or ready for cooking

to apply or spread a product, such as lotion, cream, or sunscreen, onto the skin in a deliberate manner for skincare purposes

to produce or present a play, a show, etc.

to gain weight, often in a short period of time

synonyms : gain

antonyms : reduce

carry out (performances)

synonyms : turn in

add to the odometer

fool or hoax

synonyms : befool

apply to a surface

synonyms : apply

prepare and supply with the necessary equipment for execution or performance

synonyms : mount

to turn on a device or machine, such as a television or computer

to transfer a telephone call to someone else

to administer or prescribe a medical treatment or medication to someone

to pretend or feign a certain behavior or emotion

to start playing a recorded piece of music, speech, or other audio

add to something existing

to place a bet or wager on a particular outcome or event

put on

[ADJECTIVE]

adopted in order to deceive

synonyms : assumed

Examples

1. The theater downtown is putting on a Shakespeare production.

2. She put on her favorite dress for the special occasion.

3. I put on a clean pair of socks every morning.

4. He's just putting on an act for the boss's benefit.

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