turn on

/tˈɜːn ˈɒn/

/tˈɜːn ˈɑːn/

[verb]

to turn on

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

[phrase form: turn]

to cause a machine, device, or equipment to operate, typically by pushing a button or turning a key

synonyms : switch on

antonyms : switch off

be contingent on

synonyms : depend on

become hostile towards

produce suddenly or automatically

get high, stoned, or drugged

synonyms : get off

trip

trip out

stimulate sexually

synonyms : arouse

excite

sex

wind up

cause to be agitated, excited, or roused

synonyms : agitate

antonyms : calm

Examples

1. The electrical switch turns on and off the lights in the room.

2. The mechanic had to turn on the engine to diagnose the problem.

3. She turned on the heater to warm up the room.

4. If the child doesn't get what he wants, he immediately turns on the waterworks.

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