so as to be attached to or unified with: Hang the picture on the wall. Paste the label on the package.
3.
so as to be a covering or wrapping for: Put the blanket on the baby. Put aluminum foil on the lamb chops beforefreezing them.
4.
in connection, association, or cooperation with; as a part or element of: to serve on a jury.
5.
so as to be a supporting part, base, backing, etc., of: a painting on canvas; mounted on cardboard; legs on a chair.
6.
(used to indicate place, location, situation, etc.): a scar on the face; the book on the table; a house on 19th Street.
7.
(used to indicate immediate proximity): a house on the lake; to border on absurdity.
8.
in the direction of: on the left; to sail on a southerly course.
9.
(used to indicate a means of conveyance or a means of supporting or supplying movement): on the wing; This car runs on electricity. Can you walk on your hands? I'll be there on the noon plane.
10.
by the agency or means of: drunk on wine; talking on the phone; I saw it on television.
with respect or regard to (used to indicate the object of an action directed against or toward): Let's play a joke on him. Write a critical essay on Shakespeare.
13.
in a state or condition of; in the process of: on strike; The house is on fire!
engaged in or involved with: He's on the second chapter now.
16.
(used to indicate a source or a person or thing that serves as a source or agent): a duty on imported goods; She depends on her friends for encouragement.
17.
(used to indicate a basis or ground): on myword of honor; The movie is based on the book.
18.
(used to indicate risk or liability): on pain of death.
19.
(used to indicate progress toward or completion of an objective): We completed the project on budget.
20.
assigned to or occupied with; operating: Who's on the switchboard thisafternoon?
21.
Informal. so as to disturb or affect adversely: My hair dryer broke on me.
22.
Informal. paid for by, esp. as a treat or gift: Dinner is on me.
23.
taking or using as a prescribed measure, cure, or the like: The doctor had her on a low-salt diet.
24.
regularly taking or addicted to: He was on drugs for twoyears.
25.
Informal. with; carried by: I have no money on me.
26.
(used to indicate time or occasion): on Sunday; We demand cash on delivery.
27.
(used to indicate the object or end of motion): to march on the capital.
28.
(used to indicate the object or end of action, thought, desire, etc.): to gaze on a scene.
29.
(used to indicate subject, reference, or respect): views on public matters.
30.
(used to indicate an encounter): The pickpocket crept up on a victim.
–adverb
31.
in, into, or onto a position of being supported or attached: Sew the buttons on.
32.
in, into, or onto a position of covering or wrapping: Put your raincoat on.
33.
fast to a thing, as for support: Hold on!
34.
toward a place, point, activity, or object: to look on while others work.
35.
forward, onward, or along, as in any course or process: further on.
36.
with continuous activity: to work on.
37.
into or in active operation or performance: Turn the gas on.
–adjective
38.
operating or in use: The television set was on. Is your brake on?
39.
taking place; occurring: Don't you know there's a war on?
40.
performing or broadcasting: The radio announcer told us we were on.
41.
Informal.
a.
behaving in a theatrical, lively, or ingratiating way: Around close friends, one doesn't have to be on every minute.
b.
functioning or performing at one's best: When she's on, no other tennis player is half as good.
so as to be attached to or unified with: Hang the picture on the wall. Paste the label on the package.
3.
so as to be a covering or wrapping for: Put the blanket on the baby. Put aluminum foil on the lamb chops beforefreezing them.
4.
in connection, association, or cooperation with; as a part or element of: to serve on a jury.
5.
so as to be a supporting part, base, backing, etc., of: a painting on canvas; mounted on cardboard; legs on a chair.
6.
(used to indicate place, location, situation, etc.): a scar on the face; the book on the table; a house on 19th Street.
7.
(used to indicate immediate proximity): a house on the lake; to border on absurdity.
8.
in the direction of: on the left; to sail on a southerly course.
9.
(used to indicate a means of conveyance or a means of supporting or supplying movement): on the wing; This car runs on electricity. Can you walk on your hands? I'll be there on the noon plane.
10.
by the agency or means of: drunk on wine; talking on the phone; I saw it on television.
with respect or regard to (used to indicate the object of an action directed against or toward): Let's play a joke on him. Write a critical essay on Shakespeare.
13.
in a state or condition of; in the process of: on strike; The house is on fire!
engaged in or involved with: He's on the second chapter now.
16.
(used to indicate a source or a person or thing that serves as a source or agent): a duty on imported goods; She depends on her friends for encouragement.
17.
(used to indicate a basis or ground): on myword of honor; The movie is based on the book.
18.
(used to indicate risk or liability): on pain of death.
19.
(used to indicate progress toward or completion of an objective): We completed the project on budget.
20.
assigned to or occupied with; operating: Who's on the switchboard thisafternoon?
21.
Informal. so as to disturb or affect adversely: My hair dryer broke on me.
22.
Informal. paid for by, esp. as a treat or gift: Dinner is on me.
23.
taking or using as a prescribed measure, cure, or the like: The doctor had her on a low-salt diet.
24.
regularly taking or addicted to: He was on drugs for twoyears.
25.
Informal. with; carried by: I have no money on me.
26.
(used to indicate time or occasion): on Sunday; We demand cash on delivery.
27.
(used to indicate the object or end of motion): to march on the capital.
28.
(used to indicate the object or end of action, thought, desire, etc.): to gaze on a scene.
29.
(used to indicate subject, reference, or respect): views on public matters.
30.
(used to indicate an encounter): The pickpocket crept up on a victim.
–adverb
31.
in, into, or onto a position of being supported or attached: Sew the buttons on.
32.
in, into, or onto a position of covering or wrapping: Put your raincoat on.
33.
fast to a thing, as for support: Hold on!
34.
toward a place, point, activity, or object: to look on while others work.
35.
forward, onward, or along, as in any course or process: further on.
36.
with continuous activity: to work on.
37.
into or in active operation or performance: Turn the gas on.
–adjective
38.
operating or in use: The television set was on. Is your brake on?
39.
taking place; occurring: Don't you know there's a war on?
40.
performing or broadcasting: The radio announcer told us we were on.
41.
Informal.
a.
behaving in a theatrical, lively, or ingratiating way: Around close friends, one doesn't have to be on every minute.
b.
functioning or performing at one's best: When she's on, no other tennis player is half as good.
so as to be attached to or unified with: Hang the picture on the wall. Paste the label on the package.
3.
so as to be a covering or wrapping for: Put the blanket on the baby. Put aluminum foil on the lamb chops beforefreezing them.
4.
in connection, association, or cooperation with; as a part or element of: to serve on a jury.
5.
so as to be a supporting part, base, backing, etc., of: a painting on canvas; mounted on cardboard; legs on a chair.
6.
(used to indicate place, location, situation, etc.): a scar on the face; the book on the table; a house on 19th Street.
7.
(used to indicate immediate proximity): a house on the lake; to border on absurdity.
8.
in the direction of: on the left; to sail on a southerly course.
9.
(used to indicate a means of conveyance or a means of supporting or supplying movement): on the wing; This car runs on electricity. Can you walk on your hands? I'll be there on the noon plane.
10.
by the agency or means of: drunk on wine; talking on the phone; I saw it on television.
with respect or regard to (used to indicate the object of an action directed against or toward): Let's play a joke on him. Write a critical essay on Shakespeare.
13.
in a state or condition of; in the process of: on strike; The house is on fire!
engaged in or involved with: He's on the second chapter now.
16.
(used to indicate a source or a person or thing that serves as a source or agent): a duty on imported goods; She depends on her friends for encouragement.
17.
(used to indicate a basis or ground): on myword of honor; The movie is based on the book.
18.
(used to indicate risk or liability): on pain of death.
19.
(used to indicate progress toward or completion of an objective): We completed the project on budget.
20.
assigned to or occupied with; operating: Who's on the switchboard thisafternoon?
21.
Informal. so as to disturb or affect adversely: My hair dryer broke on me.
22.
Informal. paid for by, esp. as a treat or gift: Dinner is on me.
23.
taking or using as a prescribed measure, cure, or the like: The doctor had her on a low-salt diet.
24.
regularly taking or addicted to: He was on drugs for twoyears.
25.
Informal. with; carried by: I have no money on me.
26.
(used to indicate time or occasion): on Sunday; We demand cash on delivery.
27.
(used to indicate the object or end of motion): to march on the capital.
28.
(used to indicate the object or end of action, thought, desire, etc.): to gaze on a scene.
29.
(used to indicate subject, reference, or respect): views on public matters.
30.
(used to indicate an encounter): The pickpocket crept up on a victim.
–adverb
31.
in, into, or onto a position of being supported or attached: Sew the buttons on.
32.
in, into, or onto a position of covering or wrapping: Put your raincoat on.
33.
fast to a thing, as for support: Hold on!
34.
toward a place, point, activity, or object: to look on while others work.
35.
forward, onward, or along, as in any course or process: further on.
36.
with continuous activity: to work on.
37.
into or in active operation or performance: Turn the gas on.
–adjective
38.
operating or in use: The television set was on. Is your brake on?
39.
taking place; occurring: Don't you know there's a war on?
40.
performing or broadcasting: The radio announcer told us we were on.
41.
Informal.
a.
behaving in a theatrical, lively, or ingratiating way: Around close friends, one doesn't have to be on every minute.
b.
functioning or performing at one's best: When she's on, no other tennis player is half as good.
so as to be attached to or unified with: Hang the picture on the wall. Paste the label on the package.
3.
so as to be a covering or wrapping for: Put the blanket on the baby. Put aluminum foil on the lamb chops beforefreezing them.
4.
in connection, association, or cooperation with; as a part or element of: to serve on a jury.
5.
so as to be a supporting part, base, backing, etc., of: a painting on canvas; mounted on cardboard; legs on a chair.
6.
(used to indicate place, location, situation, etc.): a scar on the face; the book on the table; a house on 19th Street.
7.
(used to indicate immediate proximity): a house on the lake; to border on absurdity.
8.
in the direction of: on the left; to sail on a southerly course.
9.
(used to indicate a means of conveyance or a means of supporting or supplying movement): on the wing; This car runs on electricity. Can you walk on your hands? I'll be there on the noon plane.
10.
by the agency or means of: drunk on wine; talking on the phone; I saw it on television.
with respect or regard to (used to indicate the object of an action directed against or toward): Let's play a joke on him. Write a critical essay on Shakespeare.
13.
in a state or condition of; in the process of: on strike; The house is on fire!
engaged in or involved with: He's on the second chapter now.
16.
(used to indicate a source or a person or thing that serves as a source or agent): a duty on imported goods; She depends on her friends for encouragement.
17.
(used to indicate a basis or ground): on myword of honor; The movie is based on the book.
18.
(used to indicate risk or liability): on pain of death.
19.
(used to indicate progress toward or completion of an objective): We completed the project on budget.
20.
assigned to or occupied with; operating: Who's on the switchboard thisafternoon?
21.
Informal. so as to disturb or affect adversely: My hair dryer broke on me.
22.
Informal. paid for by, esp. as a treat or gift: Dinner is on me.
23.
taking or using as a prescribed measure, cure, or the like: The doctor had her on a low-salt diet.
24.
regularly taking or addicted to: He was on drugs for twoyears.
25.
Informal. with; carried by: I have no money on me.
26.
(used to indicate time or occasion): on Sunday; We demand cash on delivery.
27.
(used to indicate the object or end of motion): to march on the capital.
28.
(used to indicate the object or end of action, thought, desire, etc.): to gaze on a scene.
29.
(used to indicate subject, reference, or respect): views on public matters.
30.
(used to indicate an encounter): The pickpocket crept up on a victim.
–adverb
31.
in, into, or onto a position of being supported or attached: Sew the buttons on.
32.
in, into, or onto a position of covering or wrapping: Put your raincoat on.
33.
fast to a thing, as for support: Hold on!
34.
toward a place, point, activity, or object: to look on while others work.
35.
forward, onward, or along, as in any course or process: further on.
36.
with continuous activity: to work on.
37.
into or in active operation or performance: Turn the gas on.
–adjective
38.
operating or in use: The television set was on. Is your brake on?
39.
taking place; occurring: Don't you know there's a war on?
40.
performing or broadcasting: The radio announcer told us we were on.
41.
Informal.
a.
behaving in a theatrical, lively, or ingratiating way: Around close friends, one doesn't have to be on every minute.
b.
functioning or performing at one's best: When she's on, no other tennis player is half as good.
so as to be attached to or unified with: Hang the picture on the wall. Paste the label on the package.
3.
so as to be a covering or wrapping for: Put the blanket on the baby. Put aluminum foil on the lamb chops beforefreezing them.
4.
in connection, association, or cooperation with; as a part or element of: to serve on a jury.
5.
so as to be a supporting part, base, backing, etc., of: a painting on canvas; mounted on cardboard; legs on a chair.
6.
(used to indicate place, location, situation, etc.): a scar on the face; the book on the table; a house on 19th Street.
7.
(used to indicate immediate proximity): a house on the lake; to border on absurdity.
8.
in the direction of: on the left; to sail on a southerly course.
9.
(used to indicate a means of conveyance or a means of supporting or supplying movement): on the wing; This car runs on electricity. Can you walk on your hands? I'll be there on the noon plane.
10.
by the agency or means of: drunk on wine; talking on the phone; I saw it on television.
with respect or regard to (used to indicate the object of an action directed against or toward): Let's play a joke on him. Write a critical essay on Shakespeare.
13.
in a state or condition of; in the process of: on strike; The house is on fire!
engaged in or involved with: He's on the second chapter now.
16.
(used to indicate a source or a person or thing that serves as a source or agent): a duty on imported goods; She depends on her friends for encouragement.
17.
(used to indicate a basis or ground): on myword of honor; The movie is based on the book.
18.
(used to indicate risk or liability): on pain of death.
19.
(used to indicate progress toward or completion of an objective): We completed the project on budget.
20.
assigned to or occupied with; operating: Who's on the switchboard thisafternoon?
21.
Informal. so as to disturb or affect adversely: My hair dryer broke on me.
22.
Informal. paid for by, esp. as a treat or gift: Dinner is on me.
23.
taking or using as a prescribed measure, cure, or the like: The doctor had her on a low-salt diet.
24.
regularly taking or addicted to: He was on drugs for twoyears.
25.
Informal. with; carried by: I have no money on me.
26.
(used to indicate time or occasion): on Sunday; We demand cash on delivery.
27.
(used to indicate the object or end of motion): to march on the capital.
28.
(used to indicate the object or end of action, thought, desire, etc.): to gaze on a scene.
29.
(used to indicate subject, reference, or respect): views on public matters.
30.
(used to indicate an encounter): The pickpocket crept up on a victim.
–adverb
31.
in, into, or onto a position of being supported or attached: Sew the buttons on.
32.
in, into, or onto a position of covering or wrapping: Put your raincoat on.
33.
fast to a thing, as for support: Hold on!
34.
toward a place, point, activity, or object: to look on while others work.
35.
forward, onward, or along, as in any course or process: further on.
36.
with continuous activity: to work on.
37.
into or in active operation or performance: Turn the gas on.
–adjective
38.
operating or in use: The television set was on. Is your brake on?
39.
taking place; occurring: Don't you know there's a war on?
40.
performing or broadcasting: The radio announcer told us we were on.
41.
Informal.
a.
behaving in a theatrical, lively, or ingratiating way: Around close friends, one doesn't have to be on every minute.
b.
functioning or performing at one's best: When she's on, no other tennis player is half as good.
so as to be attached to or unified with: Hang the picture on the wall. Paste the label on the package.
3.
so as to be a covering or wrapping for: Put the blanket on the baby. Put aluminum foil on the lamb chops beforefreezing them.
4.
in connection, association, or cooperation with; as a part or element of: to serve on a jury.
5.
so as to be a supporting part, base, backing, etc., of: a painting on canvas; mounted on cardboard; legs on a chair.
6.
(used to indicate place, location, situation, etc.): a scar on the face; the book on the table; a house on 19th Street.
7.
(used to indicate immediate proximity): a house on the lake; to border on absurdity.
8.
in the direction of: on the left; to sail on a southerly course.
9.
(used to indicate a means of conveyance or a means of supporting or supplying movement): on the wing; This car runs on electricity. Can you walk on your hands? I'll be there on the noon plane.
10.
by the agency or means of: drunk on wine; talking on the phone; I saw it on television.
with respect or regard to (used to indicate the object of an action directed against or toward): Let's play a joke on him. Write a critical essay on Shakespeare.
13.
in a state or condition of; in the process of: on strike; The house is on fire!
engaged in or involved with: He's on the second chapter now.
16.
(used to indicate a source or a person or thing that serves as a source or agent): a duty on imported goods; She depends on her friends for encouragement.
17.
(used to indicate a basis or ground): on myword of honor; The movie is based on the book.
18.
(used to indicate risk or liability): on pain of death.
19.
(used to indicate progress toward or completion of an objective): We completed the project on budget.
20.
assigned to or occupied with; operating: Who's on the switchboard thisafternoon?
21.
Informal. so as to disturb or affect adversely: My hair dryer broke on me.
22.
Informal. paid for by, esp. as a treat or gift: Dinner is on me.
23.
taking or using as a prescribed measure, cure, or the like: The doctor had her on a low-salt diet.
24.
regularly taking or addicted to: He was on drugs for twoyears.
25.
Informal. with; carried by: I have no money on me.
26.
(used to indicate time or occasion): on Sunday; We demand cash on delivery.
27.
(used to indicate the object or end of motion): to march on the capital.
28.
(used to indicate the object or end of action, thought, desire, etc.): to gaze on a scene.
29.
(used to indicate subject, reference, or respect): views on public matters.
30.
(used to indicate an encounter): The pickpocket crept up on a victim.
–adverb
31.
in, into, or onto a position of being supported or attached: Sew the buttons on.
32.
in, into, or onto a position of covering or wrapping: Put your raincoat on.
33.
fast to a thing, as for support: Hold on!
34.
toward a place, point, activity, or object: to look on while others work.
35.
forward, onward, or along, as in any course or process: further on.
36.
with continuous activity: to work on.
37.
into or in active operation or performance: Turn the gas on.
–adjective
38.
operating or in use: The television set was on. Is your brake on?
39.
taking place; occurring: Don't you know there's a war on?
40.
performing or broadcasting: The radio announcer told us we were on.
41.
Informal.
a.
behaving in a theatrical, lively, or ingratiating way: Around close friends, one doesn't have to be on every minute.
b.
functioning or performing at one's best: When she's on, no other tennis player is half as good.
so as to be attached to or unified with: Hang the picture on the wall. Paste the label on the package.
3.
so as to be a covering or wrapping for: Put the blanket on the baby. Put aluminum foil on the lamb chops beforefreezing them.
4.
in connection, association, or cooperation with; as a part or element of: to serve on a jury.
5.
so as to be a supporting part, base, backing, etc., of: a painting on canvas; mounted on cardboard; legs on a chair.
6.
(used to indicate place, location, situation, etc.): a scar on the face; the book on the table; a house on 19th Street.
7.
(used to indicate immediate proximity): a house on the lake; to border on absurdity.
8.
in the direction of: on the left; to sail on a southerly course.
9.
(used to indicate a means of conveyance or a means of supporting or supplying movement): on the wing; This car runs on electricity. Can you walk on your hands? I'll be there on the noon plane.
10.
by the agency or means of: drunk on wine; talking on the phone; I saw it on television.
with respect or regard to (used to indicate the object of an action directed against or toward): Let's play a joke on him. Write a critical essay on Shakespeare.
13.
in a state or condition of; in the process of: on strike; The house is on fire!
engaged in or involved with: He's on the second chapter now.
16.
(used to indicate a source or a person or thing that serves as a source or agent): a duty on imported goods; She depends on her friends for encouragement.
17.
(used to indicate a basis or ground): on myword of honor; The movie is based on the book.
18.
(used to indicate risk or liability): on pain of death.
19.
(used to indicate progress toward or completion of an objective): We completed the project on budget.
20.
assigned to or occupied with; operating: Who's on the switchboard thisafternoon?
21.
Informal. so as to disturb or affect adversely: My hair dryer broke on me.
22.
Informal. paid for by, esp. as a treat or gift: Dinner is on me.
23.
taking or using as a prescribed measure, cure, or the like: The doctor had her on a low-salt diet.
24.
regularly taking or addicted to: He was on drugs for twoyears.
25.
Informal. with; carried by: I have no money on me.
26.
(used to indicate time or occasion): on Sunday; We demand cash on delivery.
27.
(used to indicate the object or end of motion): to march on the capital.
28.
(used to indicate the object or end of action, thought, desire, etc.): to gaze on a scene.
29.
(used to indicate subject, reference, or respect): views on public matters.
30.
(used to indicate an encounter): The pickpocket crept up on a victim.
–adverb
31.
in, into, or onto a position of being supported or attached: Sew the buttons on.
32.
in, into, or onto a position of covering or wrapping: Put your raincoat on.
33.
fast to a thing, as for support: Hold on!
34.
toward a place, point, activity, or object: to look on while others work.
35.
forward, onward, or along, as in any course or process: further on.
36.
with continuous activity: to work on.
37.
into or in active operation or performance: Turn the gas on.
–adjective
38.
operating or in use: The television set was on. Is your brake on?
39.
taking place; occurring: Don't you know there's a war on?
40.
performing or broadcasting: The radio announcer told us we were on.
41.
Informal.
a.
behaving in a theatrical, lively, or ingratiating way: Around close friends, one doesn't have to be on every minute.
b.
functioning or performing at one's best: When she's on, no other tennis player is half as good.
so as to be attached to or unified with: Hang the picture on the wall. Paste the label on the package.
3.
so as to be a covering or wrapping for: Put the blanket on the baby. Put aluminum foil on the lamb chops beforefreezing them.
4.
in connection, association, or cooperation with; as a part or element of: to serve on a jury.
5.
so as to be a supporting part, base, backing, etc., of: a painting on canvas; mounted on cardboard; legs on a chair.
6.
(used to indicate place, location, situation, etc.): a scar on the face; the book on the table; a house on 19th Street.
7.
(used to indicate immediate proximity): a house on the lake; to border on absurdity.
8.
in the direction of: on the left; to sail on a southerly course.
9.
(used to indicate a means of conveyance or a means of supporting or supplying movement): on the wing; This car runs on electricity. Can you walk on your hands? I'll be there on the noon plane.
10.
by the agency or means of: drunk on wine; talking on the phone; I saw it on television.
with respect or regard to (used to indicate the object of an action directed against or toward): Let's play a joke on him. Write a critical essay on Shakespeare.
13.
in a state or condition of; in the process of: on strike; The house is on fire!
engaged in or involved with: He's on the second chapter now.
16.
(used to indicate a source or a person or thing that serves as a source or agent): a duty on imported goods; She depends on her friends for encouragement.
17.
(used to indicate a basis or ground): on myword of honor; The movie is based on the book.
18.
(used to indicate risk or liability): on pain of death.
19.
(used to indicate progress toward or completion of an objective): We completed the project on budget.
20.
assigned to or occupied with; operating: Who's on the switchboard thisafternoon?
21.
Informal. so as to disturb or affect adversely: My hair dryer broke on me.
22.
Informal. paid for by, esp. as a treat or gift: Dinner is on me.
23.
taking or using as a prescribed measure, cure, or the like: The doctor had her on a low-salt diet.
24.
regularly taking or addicted to: He was on drugs for twoyears.
25.
Informal. with; carried by: I have no money on me.
26.
(used to indicate time or occasion): on Sunday; We demand cash on delivery.
27.
(used to indicate the object or end of motion): to march on the capital.
28.
(used to indicate the object or end of action, thought, desire, etc.): to gaze on a scene.
29.
(used to indicate subject, reference, or respect): views on public matters.
30.
(used to indicate an encounter): The pickpocket crept up on a victim.
–adverb
31.
in, into, or onto a position of being supported or attached: Sew the buttons on.
32.
in, into, or onto a position of covering or wrapping: Put your raincoat on.
33.
fast to a thing, as for support: Hold on!
34.
toward a place, point, activity, or object: to look on while others work.
35.
forward, onward, or along, as in any course or process: further on.
36.
with continuous activity: to work on.
37.
into or in active operation or performance: Turn the gas on.
–adjective
38.
operating or in use: The television set was on. Is your brake on?
39.
taking place; occurring: Don't you know there's a war on?
40.
performing or broadcasting: The radio announcer told us we were on.
41.
Informal.
a.
behaving in a theatrical, lively, or ingratiating way: Around close friends, one doesn't have to be on every minute.
b.
functioning or performing at one's best: When she's on, no other tennis player is half as good.
so as to be attached to or unified with: Hang the picture on the wall. Paste the label on the package.
3.
so as to be a covering or wrapping for: Put the blanket on the baby. Put aluminum foil on the lamb chops beforefreezing them.
4.
in connection, association, or cooperation with; as a part or element of: to serve on a jury.
5.
so as to be a supporting part, base, backing, etc., of: a painting on canvas; mounted on cardboard; legs on a chair.
6.
(used to indicate place, location, situation, etc.): a scar on the face; the book on the table; a house on 19th Street.
7.
(used to indicate immediate proximity): a house on the lake; to border on absurdity.
8.
in the direction of: on the left; to sail on a southerly course.
9.
(used to indicate a means of conveyance or a means of supporting or supplying movement): on the wing; This car runs on electricity. Can you walk on your hands? I'll be there on the noon plane.
10.
by the agency or means of: drunk on wine; talking on the phone; I saw it on television.
with respect or regard to (used to indicate the object of an action directed against or toward): Let's play a joke on him. Write a critical essay on Shakespeare.
13.
in a state or condition of; in the process of: on strike; The house is on fire!
engaged in or involved with: He's on the second chapter now.
16.
(used to indicate a source or a person or thing that serves as a source or agent): a duty on imported goods; She depends on her friends for encouragement.
17.
(used to indicate a basis or ground): on myword of honor; The movie is based on the book.
18.
(used to indicate risk or liability): on pain of death.
19.
(used to indicate progress toward or completion of an objective): We completed the project on budget.
20.
assigned to or occupied with; operating: Who's on the switchboard thisafternoon?
21.
Informal. so as to disturb or affect adversely: My hair dryer broke on me.
22.
Informal. paid for by, esp. as a treat or gift: Dinner is on me.
23.
taking or using as a prescribed measure, cure, or the like: The doctor had her on a low-salt diet.
24.
regularly taking or addicted to: He was on drugs for twoyears.
25.
Informal. with; carried by: I have no money on me.
26.
(used to indicate time or occasion): on Sunday; We demand cash on delivery.
27.
(used to indicate the object or end of motion): to march on the capital.
28.
(used to indicate the object or end of action, thought, desire, etc.): to gaze on a scene.
29.
(used to indicate subject, reference, or respect): views on public matters.
30.
(used to indicate an encounter): The pickpocket crept up on a victim.
–adverb
31.
in, into, or onto a position of being supported or attached: Sew the buttons on.
32.
in, into, or onto a position of covering or wrapping: Put your raincoat on.
33.
fast to a thing, as for support: Hold on!
34.
toward a place, point, activity, or object: to look on while others work.
35.
forward, onward, or along, as in any course or process: further on.
36.
with continuous activity: to work on.
37.
into or in active operation or performance: Turn the gas on.
–adjective
38.
operating or in use: The television set was on. Is your brake on?
39.
taking place; occurring: Don't you know there's a war on?
40.
performing or broadcasting: The radio announcer told us we were on.
41.
Informal.
a.
behaving in a theatrical, lively, or ingratiating way: Around close friends, one doesn't have to be on every minute.
b.
functioning or performing at one's best: When she's on, no other tennis player is half as good.
so as to be attached to or unified with: Hang the picture on the wall. Paste the label on the package.
3.
so as to be a covering or wrapping for: Put the blanket on the baby. Put aluminum foil on the lamb chops beforefreezing them.
4.
in connection, association, or cooperation with; as a part or element of: to serve on a jury.
5.
so as to be a supporting part, base, backing, etc., of: a painting on canvas; mounted on cardboard; legs on a chair.
6.
(used to indicate place, location, situation, etc.): a scar on the face; the book on the table; a house on 19th Street.
7.
(used to indicate immediate proximity): a house on the lake; to border on absurdity.
8.
in the direction of: on the left; to sail on a southerly course.
9.
(used to indicate a means of conveyance or a means of supporting or supplying movement): on the wing; This car runs on electricity. Can you walk on your hands? I'll be there on the noon plane.
10.
by the agency or means of: drunk on wine; talking on the phone; I saw it on television.
with respect or regard to (used to indicate the object of an action directed against or toward): Let's play a joke on him. Write a critical essay on Shakespeare.
13.
in a state or condition of; in the process of: on strike; The house is on fire!
engaged in or involved with: He's on the second chapter now.
16.
(used to indicate a source or a person or thing that serves as a source or agent): a duty on imported goods; She depends on her friends for encouragement.
17.
(used to indicate a basis or ground): on myword of honor; The movie is based on the book.
18.
(used to indicate risk or liability): on pain of death.
19.
(used to indicate progress toward or completion of an objective): We completed the project on budget.
20.
assigned to or occupied with; operating: Who's on the switchboard thisafternoon?
21.
Informal. so as to disturb or affect adversely: My hair dryer broke on me.
22.
Informal. paid for by, esp. as a treat or gift: Dinner is on me.
23.
taking or using as a prescribed measure, cure, or the like: The doctor had her on a low-salt diet.
24.
regularly taking or addicted to: He was on drugs for twoyears.
25.
Informal. with; carried by: I have no money on me.
26.
(used to indicate time or occasion): on Sunday; We demand cash on delivery.
27.
(used to indicate the object or end of motion): to march on the capital.
28.
(used to indicate the object or end of action, thought, desire, etc.): to gaze on a scene.
29.
(used to indicate subject, reference, or respect): views on public matters.
30.
(used to indicate an encounter): The pickpocket crept up on a victim.
–adverb
31.
in, into, or onto a position of being supported or attached: Sew the buttons on.
32.
in, into, or onto a position of covering or wrapping: Put your raincoat on.
33.
fast to a thing, as for support: Hold on!
34.
toward a place, point, activity, or object: to look on while others work.
35.
forward, onward, or along, as in any course or process: further on.
36.
with continuous activity: to work on.
37.
into or in active operation or performance: Turn the gas on.
–adjective
38.
operating or in use: The television set was on. Is your brake on?
39.
taking place; occurring: Don't you know there's a war on?
40.
performing or broadcasting: The radio announcer told us we were on.
41.
Informal.
a.
behaving in a theatrical, lively, or ingratiating way: Around close friends, one doesn't have to be on every minute.
b.
functioning or performing at one's best: When she's on, no other tennis player is half as good.
so as to be attached to or unified with: Hang the picture on the wall. Paste the label on the package.
3.
so as to be a covering or wrapping for: Put the blanket on the baby. Put aluminum foil on the lamb chops beforefreezing them.
4.
in connection, association, or cooperation with; as a part or element of: to serve on a jury.
5.
so as to be a supporting part, base, backing, etc., of: a painting on canvas; mounted on cardboard; legs on a chair.
6.
(used to indicate place, location, situation, etc.): a scar on the face; the book on the table; a house on 19th Street.
7.
(used to indicate immediate proximity): a house on the lake; to border on absurdity.
8.
in the direction of: on the left; to sail on a southerly course.
9.
(used to indicate a means of conveyance or a means of supporting or supplying movement): on the wing; This car runs on electricity. Can you walk on your hands? I'll be there on the noon plane.
10.
by the agency or means of: drunk on wine; talking on the phone; I saw it on television.
with respect or regard to (used to indicate the object of an action directed against or toward): Let's play a joke on him. Write a critical essay on Shakespeare.
13.
in a state or condition of; in the process of: on strike; The house is on fire!
engaged in or involved with: He's on the second chapter now.
16.
(used to indicate a source or a person or thing that serves as a source or agent): a duty on imported goods; She depends on her friends for encouragement.
17.
(used to indicate a basis or ground): on myword of honor; The movie is based on the book.
18.
(used to indicate risk or liability): on pain of death.
19.
(used to indicate progress toward or completion of an objective): We completed the project on budget.
20.
assigned to or occupied with; operating: Who's on the switchboard thisafternoon?
21.
Informal. so as to disturb or affect adversely: My hair dryer broke on me.
22.
Informal. paid for by, esp. as a treat or gift: Dinner is on me.
23.
taking or using as a prescribed measure, cure, or the like: The doctor had her on a low-salt diet.
24.
regularly taking or addicted to: He was on drugs for twoyears.
25.
Informal. with; carried by: I have no money on me.
26.
(used to indicate time or occasion): on Sunday; We demand cash on delivery.
27.
(used to indicate the object or end of motion): to march on the capital.
28.
(used to indicate the object or end of action, thought, desire, etc.): to gaze on a scene.
29.
(used to indicate subject, reference, or respect): views on public matters.
30.
(used to indicate an encounter): The pickpocket crept up on a victim.
–adverb
31.
in, into, or onto a position of being supported or attached: Sew the buttons on.
32.
in, into, or onto a position of covering or wrapping: Put your raincoat on.
33.
fast to a thing, as for support: Hold on!
34.
toward a place, point, activity, or object: to look on while others work.
35.
forward, onward, or along, as in any course or process: further on.
36.
with continuous activity: to work on.
37.
into or in active operation or performance: Turn the gas on.
–adjective
38.
operating or in use: The television set was on. Is your brake on?
39.
taking place; occurring: Don't you know there's a war on?
40.
performing or broadcasting: The radio announcer told us we were on.
41.
Informal.
a.
behaving in a theatrical, lively, or ingratiating way: Around close friends, one doesn't have to be on every minute.
b.
functioning or performing at one's best: When she's on, no other tennis player is half as good.
so as to be attached to or unified with: Hang the picture on the wall. Paste the label on the package.
3.
so as to be a covering or wrapping for: Put the blanket on the baby. Put aluminum foil on the lamb chops beforefreezing them.
4.
in connection, association, or cooperation with; as a part or element of: to serve on a jury.
5.
so as to be a supporting part, base, backing, etc., of: a painting on canvas; mounted on cardboard; legs on a chair.
6.
(used to indicate place, location, situation, etc.): a scar on the face; the book on the table; a house on 19th Street.
7.
(used to indicate immediate proximity): a house on the lake; to border on absurdity.
8.
in the direction of: on the left; to sail on a southerly course.
9.
(used to indicate a means of conveyance or a means of supporting or supplying movement): on the wing; This car runs on electricity. Can you walk on your hands? I'll be there on the noon plane.
10.
by the agency or means of: drunk on wine; talking on the phone; I saw it on television.
with respect or regard to (used to indicate the object of an action directed against or toward): Let's play a joke on him. Write a critical essay on Shakespeare.
13.
in a state or condition of; in the process of: on strike; The house is on fire!
engaged in or involved with: He's on the second chapter now.
16.
(used to indicate a source or a person or thing that serves as a source or agent): a duty on imported goods; She depends on her friends for encouragement.
17.
(used to indicate a basis or ground): on myword of honor; The movie is based on the book.
18.
(used to indicate risk or liability): on pain of death.
19.
(used to indicate progress toward or completion of an objective): We completed the project on budget.
20.
assigned to or occupied with; operating: Who's on the switchboard thisafternoon?
21.
Informal. so as to disturb or affect adversely: My hair dryer broke on me.
22.
Informal. paid for by, esp. as a treat or gift: Dinner is on me.
23.
taking or using as a prescribed measure, cure, or the like: The doctor had her on a low-salt diet.
24.
regularly taking or addicted to: He was on drugs for twoyears.
25.
Informal. with; carried by: I have no money on me.
26.
(used to indicate time or occasion): on Sunday; We demand cash on delivery.
27.
(used to indicate the object or end of motion): to march on the capital.
28.
(used to indicate the object or end of action, thought, desire, etc.): to gaze on a scene.
29.
(used to indicate subject, reference, or respect): views on public matters.
30.
(used to indicate an encounter): The pickpocket crept up on a victim.
–adverb
31.
in, into, or onto a position of being supported or attached: Sew the buttons on.
32.
in, into, or onto a position of covering or wrapping: Put your raincoat on.
33.
fast to a thing, as for support: Hold on!
34.
toward a place, point, activity, or object: to look on while others work.
35.
forward, onward, or along, as in any course or process: further on.
36.
with continuous activity: to work on.
37.
into or in active operation or performance: Turn the gas on.
–adjective
38.
operating or in use: The television set was on. Is your brake on?
39.
taking place; occurring: Don't you know there's a war on?
40.
performing or broadcasting: The radio announcer told us we were on.
41.
Informal.
a.
behaving in a theatrical, lively, or ingratiating way: Around close friends, one doesn't have to be on every minute.
b.
functioning or performing at one's best: When she's on, no other tennis player is half as good.
so as to be attached to or unified with: Hang the picture on the wall. Paste the label on the package.
3.
so as to be a covering or wrapping for: Put the blanket on the baby. Put aluminum foil on the lamb chops beforefreezing them.
4.
in connection, association, or cooperation with; as a part or element of: to serve on a jury.
5.
so as to be a supporting part, base, backing, etc., of: a painting on canvas; mounted on cardboard; legs on a chair.
6.
(used to indicate place, location, situation, etc.): a scar on the face; the book on the table; a house on 19th Street.
7.
(used to indicate immediate proximity): a house on the lake; to border on absurdity.
8.
in the direction of: on the left; to sail on a southerly course.
9.
(used to indicate a means of conveyance or a means of supporting or supplying movement): on the wing; This car runs on electricity. Can you walk on your hands? I'll be there on the noon plane.
10.
by the agency or means of: drunk on wine; talking on the phone; I saw it on television.
with respect or regard to (used to indicate the object of an action directed against or toward): Let's play a joke on him. Write a critical essay on Shakespeare.
13.
in a state or condition of; in the process of: on strike; The house is on fire!
engaged in or involved with: He's on the second chapter now.
16.
(used to indicate a source or a person or thing that serves as a source or agent): a duty on imported goods; She depends on her friends for encouragement.
17.
(used to indicate a basis or ground): on myword of honor; The movie is based on the book.
18.
(used to indicate risk or liability): on pain of death.
19.
(used to indicate progress toward or completion of an objective): We completed the project on budget.
20.
assigned to or occupied with; operating: Who's on the switchboard thisafternoon?
21.
Informal. so as to disturb or affect adversely: My hair dryer broke on me.
22.
Informal. paid for by, esp. as a treat or gift: Dinner is on me.
23.
taking or using as a prescribed measure, cure, or the like: The doctor had her on a low-salt diet.
24.
regularly taking or addicted to: He was on drugs for twoyears.
25.
Informal. with; carried by: I have no money on me.
26.
(used to indicate time or occasion): on Sunday; We demand cash on delivery.
27.
(used to indicate the object or end of motion): to march on the capital.
28.
(used to indicate the object or end of action, thought, desire, etc.): to gaze on a scene.
29.
(used to indicate subject, reference, or respect): views on public matters.
30.
(used to indicate an encounter): The pickpocket crept up on a victim.
–adverb
31.
in, into, or onto a position of being supported or attached: Sew the buttons on.
32.
in, into, or onto a position of covering or wrapping: Put your raincoat on.
33.
fast to a thing, as for support: Hold on!
34.
toward a place, point, activity, or object: to look on while others work.
35.
forward, onward, or along, as in any course or process: further on.
36.
with continuous activity: to work on.
37.
into or in active operation or performance: Turn the gas on.
–adjective
38.
operating or in use: The television set was on. Is your brake on?
39.
taking place; occurring: Don't you know there's a war on?
40.
performing or broadcasting: The radio announcer told us we were on.
41.
Informal.
a.
behaving in a theatrical, lively, or ingratiating way: Around close friends, one doesn't have to be on every minute.
b.
functioning or performing at one's best: When she's on, no other tennis player is half as good.
so as to be attached to or unified with: Hang the picture on the wall. Paste the label on the package.
3.
so as to be a covering or wrapping for: Put the blanket on the baby. Put aluminum foil on the lamb chops beforefreezing them.
4.
in connection, association, or cooperation with; as a part or element of: to serve on a jury.
5.
so as to be a supporting part, base, backing, etc., of: a painting on canvas; mounted on cardboard; legs on a chair.
6.
(used to indicate place, location, situation, etc.): a scar on the face; the book on the table; a house on 19th Street.
7.
(used to indicate immediate proximity): a house on the lake; to border on absurdity.
8.
in the direction of: on the left; to sail on a southerly course.
9.
(used to indicate a means of conveyance or a means of supporting or supplying movement): on the wing; This car runs on electricity. Can you walk on your hands? I'll be there on the noon plane.
10.
by the agency or means of: drunk on wine; talking on the phone; I saw it on television.
with respect or regard to (used to indicate the object of an action directed against or toward): Let's play a joke on him. Write a critical essay on Shakespeare.
13.
in a state or condition of; in the process of: on strike; The house is on fire!
engaged in or involved with: He's on the second chapter now.
16.
(used to indicate a source or a person or thing that serves as a source or agent): a duty on imported goods; She depends on her friends for encouragement.
17.
(used to indicate a basis or ground): on myword of honor; The movie is based on the book.
18.
(used to indicate risk or liability): on pain of death.
19.
(used to indicate progress toward or completion of an objective): We completed the project on budget.
20.
assigned to or occupied with; operating: Who's on the switchboard thisafternoon?
21.
Informal. so as to disturb or affect adversely: My hair dryer broke on me.
22.
Informal. paid for by, esp. as a treat or gift: Dinner is on me.
23.
taking or using as a prescribed measure, cure, or the like: The doctor had her on a low-salt diet.
24.
regularly taking or addicted to: He was on drugs for twoyears.
25.
Informal. with; carried by: I have no money on me.
26.
(used to indicate time or occasion): on Sunday; We demand cash on delivery.
27.
(used to indicate the object or end of motion): to march on the capital.
28.
(used to indicate the object or end of action, thought, desire, etc.): to gaze on a scene.
29.
(used to indicate subject, reference, or respect): views on public matters.
30.
(used to indicate an encounter): The pickpocket crept up on a victim.
–adverb
31.
in, into, or onto a position of being supported or attached: Sew the buttons on.
32.
in, into, or onto a position of covering or wrapping: Put your raincoat on.
33.
fast to a thing, as for support: Hold on!
34.
toward a place, point, activity, or object: to look on while others work.
35.
forward, onward, or along, as in any course or process: further on.
36.
with continuous activity: to work on.
37.
into or in active operation or performance: Turn the gas on.
–adjective
38.
operating or in use: The television set was on. Is your brake on?
39.
taking place; occurring: Don't you know there's a war on?
40.
performing or broadcasting: The radio announcer told us we were on.
41.
Informal.
a.
behaving in a theatrical, lively, or ingratiating way: Around close friends, one doesn't have to be on every minute.
b.
functioning or performing at one's best: When she's on, no other tennis player is half as good.
so as to be attached to or unified with: Hang the picture on the wall. Paste the label on the package.
3.
so as to be a covering or wrapping for: Put the blanket on the baby. Put aluminum foil on the lamb chops beforefreezing them.
4.
in connection, association, or cooperation with; as a part or element of: to serve on a jury.
5.
so as to be a supporting part, base, backing, etc., of: a painting on canvas; mounted on cardboard; legs on a chair.
6.
(used to indicate place, location, situation, etc.): a scar on the face; the book on the table; a house on 19th Street.
7.
(used to indicate immediate proximity): a house on the lake; to border on absurdity.
8.
in the direction of: on the left; to sail on a southerly course.
9.
(used to indicate a means of conveyance or a means of supporting or supplying movement): on the wing; This car runs on electricity. Can you walk on your hands? I'll be there on the noon plane.
10.
by the agency or means of: drunk on wine; talking on the phone; I saw it on television.
with respect or regard to (used to indicate the object of an action directed against or toward): Let's play a joke on him. Write a critical essay on Shakespeare.
13.
in a state or condition of; in the process of: on strike; The house is on fire!
engaged in or involved with: He's on the second chapter now.
16.
(used to indicate a source or a person or thing that serves as a source or agent): a duty on imported goods; She depends on her friends for encouragement.
17.
(used to indicate a basis or ground): on myword of honor; The movie is based on the book.
18.
(used to indicate risk or liability): on pain of death.
19.
(used to indicate progress toward or completion of an objective): We completed the project on budget.
20.
assigned to or occupied with; operating: Who's on the switchboard thisafternoon?
21.
Informal. so as to disturb or affect adversely: My hair dryer broke on me.
22.
Informal. paid for by, esp. as a treat or gift: Dinner is on me.
23.
taking or using as a prescribed measure, cure, or the like: The doctor had her on a low-salt diet.
24.
regularly taking or addicted to: He was on drugs for twoyears.
25.
Informal. with; carried by: I have no money on me.
26.
(used to indicate time or occasion): on Sunday; We demand cash on delivery.
27.
(used to indicate the object or end of motion): to march on the capital.
28.
(used to indicate the object or end of action, thought, desire, etc.): to gaze on a scene.
29.
(used to indicate subject, reference, or respect): views on public matters.
30.
(used to indicate an encounter): The pickpocket crept up on a victim.
–adverb
31.
in, into, or onto a position of being supported or attached: Sew the buttons on.
32.
in, into, or onto a position of covering or wrapping: Put your raincoat on.
33.
fast to a thing, as for support: Hold on!
34.
toward a place, point, activity, or object: to look on while others work.
35.
forward, onward, or along, as in any course or process: further on.
36.
with continuous activity: to work on.
37.
into or in active operation or performance: Turn the gas on.
–adjective
38.
operating or in use: The television set was on. Is your brake on?
39.
taking place; occurring: Don't you know there's a war on?
40.
performing or broadcasting: The radio announcer told us we were on.
41.
Informal.
a.
behaving in a theatrical, lively, or ingratiating way: Around close friends, one doesn't have to be on every minute.
b.
functioning or performing at one's best: When she's on, no other tennis player is half as good.
so as to be attached to or unified with: Hang the picture on the wall. Paste the label on the package.
3.
so as to be a covering or wrapping for: Put the blanket on the baby. Put aluminum foil on the lamb chops beforefreezing them.
4.
in connection, association, or cooperation with; as a part or element of: to serve on a jury.
5.
so as to be a supporting part, base, backing, etc., of: a painting on canvas; mounted on cardboard; legs on a chair.
6.
(used to indicate place, location, situation, etc.): a scar on the face; the book on the table; a house on 19th Street.
7.
(used to indicate immediate proximity): a house on the lake; to border on absurdity.
8.
in the direction of: on the left; to sail on a southerly course.
9.
(used to indicate a means of conveyance or a means of supporting or supplying movement): on the wing; This car runs on electricity. Can you walk on your hands? I'll be there on the noon plane.
10.
by the agency or means of: drunk on wine; talking on the phone; I saw it on television.
with respect or regard to (used to indicate the object of an action directed against or toward): Let's play a joke on him. Write a critical essay on Shakespeare.
13.
in a state or condition of; in the process of: on strike; The house is on fire!
engaged in or involved with: He's on the second chapter now.
16.
(used to indicate a source or a person or thing that serves as a source or agent): a duty on imported goods; She depends on her friends for encouragement.
17.
(used to indicate a basis or ground): on myword of honor; The movie is based on the book.
18.
(used to indicate risk or liability): on pain of death.
19.
(used to indicate progress toward or completion of an objective): We completed the project on budget.
20.
assigned to or occupied with; operating: Who's on the switchboard thisafternoon?
21.
Informal. so as to disturb or affect adversely: My hair dryer broke on me.
22.
Informal. paid for by, esp. as a treat or gift: Dinner is on me.
23.
taking or using as a prescribed measure, cure, or the like: The doctor had her on a low-salt diet.
24.
regularly taking or addicted to: He was on drugs for twoyears.
25.
Informal. with; carried by: I have no money on me.
26.
(used to indicate time or occasion): on Sunday; We demand cash on delivery.
27.
(used to indicate the object or end of motion): to march on the capital.
28.
(used to indicate the object or end of action, thought, desire, etc.): to gaze on a scene.
29.
(used to indicate subject, reference, or respect): views on public matters.
30.
(used to indicate an encounter): The pickpocket crept up on a victim.
–adverb
31.
in, into, or onto a position of being supported or attached: Sew the buttons on.
32.
in, into, or onto a position of covering or wrapping: Put your raincoat on.
33.
fast to a thing, as for support: Hold on!
34.
toward a place, point, activity, or object: to look on while others work.
35.
forward, onward, or along, as in any course or process: further on.
36.
with continuous activity: to work on.
37.
into or in active operation or performance: Turn the gas on.
–adjective
38.
operating or in use: The television set was on. Is your brake on?
39.
taking place; occurring: Don't you know there's a war on?
40.
performing or broadcasting: The radio announcer told us we were on.
41.
Informal.
a.
behaving in a theatrical, lively, or ingratiating way: Around close friends, one doesn't have to be on every minute.
b.
functioning or performing at one's best: When she's on, no other tennis player is half as good.
so as to be attached to or unified with: Hang the picture on the wall. Paste the label on the package.
3.
so as to be a covering or wrapping for: Put the blanket on the baby. Put aluminum foil on the lamb chops beforefreezing them.
4.
in connection, association, or cooperation with; as a part or element of: to serve on a jury.
5.
so as to be a supporting part, base, backing, etc., of: a painting on canvas; mounted on cardboard; legs on a chair.
6.
(used to indicate place, location, situation, etc.): a scar on the face; the book on the table; a house on 19th Street.
7.
(used to indicate immediate proximity): a house on the lake; to border on absurdity.
8.
in the direction of: on the left; to sail on a southerly course.
9.
(used to indicate a means of conveyance or a means of supporting or supplying movement): on the wing; This car runs on electricity. Can you walk on your hands? I'll be there on the noon plane.
10.
by the agency or means of: drunk on wine; talking on the phone; I saw it on television.
with respect or regard to (used to indicate the object of an action directed against or toward): Let's play a joke on him. Write a critical essay on Shakespeare.
13.
in a state or condition of; in the process of: on strike; The house is on fire!
engaged in or involved with: He's on the second chapter now.
16.
(used to indicate a source or a person or thing that serves as a source or agent): a duty on imported goods; She depends on her friends for encouragement.
17.
(used to indicate a basis or ground): on myword of honor; The movie is based on the book.
18.
(used to indicate risk or liability): on pain of death.
19.
(used to indicate progress toward or completion of an objective): We completed the project on budget.
20.
assigned to or occupied with; operating: Who's on the switchboard thisafternoon?
21.
Informal. so as to disturb or affect adversely: My hair dryer broke on me.
22.
Informal. paid for by, esp. as a treat or gift: Dinner is on me.
23.
taking or using as a prescribed measure, cure, or the like: The doctor had her on a low-salt diet.
24.
regularly taking or addicted to: He was on drugs for twoyears.
25.
Informal. with; carried by: I have no money on me.
26.
(used to indicate time or occasion): on Sunday; We demand cash on delivery.
27.
(used to indicate the object or end of motion): to march on the capital.
28.
(used to indicate the object or end of action, thought, desire, etc.): to gaze on a scene.
29.
(used to indicate subject, reference, or respect): views on public matters.
30.
(used to indicate an encounter): The pickpocket crept up on a victim.
–adverb
31.
in, into, or onto a position of being supported or attached: Sew the buttons on.
32.
in, into, or onto a position of covering or wrapping: Put your raincoat on.
33.
fast to a thing, as for support: Hold on!
34.
toward a place, point, activity, or object: to look on while others work.
35.
forward, onward, or along, as in any course or process: further on.
36.
with continuous activity: to work on.
37.
into or in active operation or performance: Turn the gas on.
–adjective
38.
operating or in use: The television set was on. Is your brake on?
39.
taking place; occurring: Don't you know there's a war on?
40.
performing or broadcasting: The radio announcer told us we were on.
41.
Informal.
a.
behaving in a theatrical, lively, or ingratiating way: Around close friends, one doesn't have to be on every minute.
b.
functioning or performing at one's best: When she's on, no other tennis player is half as good.
so as to be attached to or unified with: Hang the picture on the wall. Paste the label on the package.
3.
so as to be a covering or wrapping for: Put the blanket on the baby. Put aluminum foil on the lamb chops beforefreezing them.
4.
in connection, association, or cooperation with; as a part or element of: to serve on a jury.
5.
so as to be a supporting part, base, backing, etc., of: a painting on canvas; mounted on cardboard; legs on a chair.
6.
(used to indicate place, location, situation, etc.): a scar on the face; the book on the table; a house on 19th Street.
7.
(used to indicate immediate proximity): a house on the lake; to border on absurdity.
8.
in the direction of: on the left; to sail on a southerly course.
9.
(used to indicate a means of conveyance or a means of supporting or supplying movement): on the wing; This car runs on electricity. Can you walk on your hands? I'll be there on the noon plane.
10.
by the agency or means of: drunk on wine; talking on the phone; I saw it on television.
with respect or regard to (used to indicate the object of an action directed against or toward): Let's play a joke on him. Write a critical essay on Shakespeare.
13.
in a state or condition of; in the process of: on strike; The house is on fire!
engaged in or involved with: He's on the second chapter now.
16.
(used to indicate a source or a person or thing that serves as a source or agent): a duty on imported goods; She depends on her friends for encouragement.
17.
(used to indicate a basis or ground): on myword of honor; The movie is based on the book.
18.
(used to indicate risk or liability): on pain of death.
19.
(used to indicate progress toward or completion of an objective): We completed the project on budget.
20.
assigned to or occupied with; operating: Who's on the switchboard thisafternoon?
21.
Informal. so as to disturb or affect adversely: My hair dryer broke on me.
22.
Informal. paid for by, esp. as a treat or gift: Dinner is on me.
23.
taking or using as a prescribed measure, cure, or the like: The doctor had her on a low-salt diet.
24.
regularly taking or addicted to: He was on drugs for twoyears.
25.
Informal. with; carried by: I have no money on me.
26.
(used to indicate time or occasion): on Sunday; We demand cash on delivery.
27.
(used to indicate the object or end of motion): to march on the capital.
28.
(used to indicate the object or end of action, thought, desire, etc.): to gaze on a scene.
29.
(used to indicate subject, reference, or respect): views on public matters.
30.
(used to indicate an encounter): The pickpocket crept up on a victim.
–adverb
31.
in, into, or onto a position of being supported or attached: Sew the buttons on.
32.
in, into, or onto a position of covering or wrapping: Put your raincoat on.
33.
fast to a thing, as for support: Hold on!
34.
toward a place, point, activity, or object: to look on while others work.
35.
forward, onward, or along, as in any course or process: further on.
36.
with continuous activity: to work on.
37.
into or in active operation or performance: Turn the gas on.
–adjective
38.
operating or in use: The television set was on. Is your brake on?
39.
taking place; occurring: Don't you know there's a war on?
40.
performing or broadcasting: The radio announcer told us we were on.
41.
Informal.
a.
behaving in a theatrical, lively, or ingratiating way: Around close friends, one doesn't have to be on every minute.
b.
functioning or performing at one's best: When she's on, no other tennis player is half as good.
so as to be attached to or unified with: Hang the picture on the wall. Paste the label on the package.
3.
so as to be a covering or wrapping for: Put the blanket on the baby. Put aluminum foil on the lamb chops beforefreezing them.
4.
in connection, association, or cooperation with; as a part or element of: to serve on a jury.
5.
so as to be a supporting part, base, backing, etc., of: a painting on canvas; mounted on cardboard; legs on a chair.
6.
(used to indicate place, location, situation, etc.): a scar on the face; the book on the table; a house on 19th Street.
7.
(used to indicate immediate proximity): a house on the lake; to border on absurdity.
8.
in the direction of: on the left; to sail on a southerly course.
9.
(used to indicate a means of conveyance or a means of supporting or supplying movement): on the wing; This car runs on electricity. Can you walk on your hands? I'll be there on the noon plane.
10.
by the agency or means of: drunk on wine; talking on the phone; I saw it on television.
with respect or regard to (used to indicate the object of an action directed against or toward): Let's play a joke on him. Write a critical essay on Shakespeare.
13.
in a state or condition of; in the process of: on strike; The house is on fire!
engaged in or involved with: He's on the second chapter now.
16.
(used to indicate a source or a person or thing that serves as a source or agent): a duty on imported goods; She depends on her friends for encouragement.
17.
(used to indicate a basis or ground): on myword of honor; The movie is based on the book.
18.
(used to indicate risk or liability): on pain of death.
19.
(used to indicate progress toward or completion of an objective): We completed the project on budget.
20.
assigned to or occupied with; operating: Who's on the switchboard thisafternoon?
21.
Informal. so as to disturb or affect adversely: My hair dryer broke on me.
22.
Informal. paid for by, esp. as a treat or gift: Dinner is on me.
23.
taking or using as a prescribed measure, cure, or the like: The doctor had her on a low-salt diet.
24.
regularly taking or addicted to: He was on drugs for twoyears.
25.
Informal. with; carried by: I have no money on me.
26.
(used to indicate time or occasion): on Sunday; We demand cash on delivery.
27.
(used to indicate the object or end of motion): to march on the capital.
28.
(used to indicate the object or end of action, thought, desire, etc.): to gaze on a scene.
29.
(used to indicate subject, reference, or respect): views on public matters.
30.
(used to indicate an encounter): The pickpocket crept up on a victim.
–adverb
31.
in, into, or onto a position of being supported or attached: Sew the buttons on.
32.
in, into, or onto a position of covering or wrapping: Put your raincoat on.
33.
fast to a thing, as for support: Hold on!
34.
toward a place, point, activity, or object: to look on while others work.
35.
forward, onward, or along, as in any course or process: further on.
36.
with continuous activity: to work on.
37.
into or in active operation or performance: Turn the gas on.
–adjective
38.
operating or in use: The television set was on. Is your brake on?
39.
taking place; occurring: Don't you know there's a war on?
40.
performing or broadcasting: The radio announcer told us we were on.
41.
Informal.
a.
behaving in a theatrical, lively, or ingratiating way: Around close friends, one doesn't have to be on every minute.
b.
functioning or performing at one's best: When she's on, no other tennis player is half as good.
so as to be attached to or unified with: Hang the picture on the wall. Paste the label on the package.
3.
so as to be a covering or wrapping for: Put the blanket on the baby. Put aluminum foil on the lamb chops beforefreezing them.
4.
in connection, association, or cooperation with; as a part or element of: to serve on a jury.
5.
so as to be a supporting part, base, backing, etc., of: a painting on canvas; mounted on cardboard; legs on a chair.
6.
(used to indicate place, location, situation, etc.): a scar on the face; the book on the table; a house on 19th Street.
7.
(used to indicate immediate proximity): a house on the lake; to border on absurdity.
8.
in the direction of: on the left; to sail on a southerly course.
9.
(used to indicate a means of conveyance or a means of supporting or supplying movement): on the wing; This car runs on electricity. Can you walk on your hands? I'll be there on the noon plane.
10.
by the agency or means of: drunk on wine; talking on the phone; I saw it on television.
with respect or regard to (used to indicate the object of an action directed against or toward): Let's play a joke on him. Write a critical essay on Shakespeare.
13.
in a state or condition of; in the process of: on strike; The house is on fire!
engaged in or involved with: He's on the second chapter now.
16.
(used to indicate a source or a person or thing that serves as a source or agent): a duty on imported goods; She depends on her friends for encouragement.
17.
(used to indicate a basis or ground): on myword of honor; The movie is based on the book.
18.
(used to indicate risk or liability): on pain of death.
19.
(used to indicate progress toward or completion of an objective): We completed the project on budget.
20.
assigned to or occupied with; operating: Who's on the switchboard thisafternoon?
21.
Informal. so as to disturb or affect adversely: My hair dryer broke on me.
22.
Informal. paid for by, esp. as a treat or gift: Dinner is on me.
23.
taking or using as a prescribed measure, cure, or the like: The doctor had her on a low-salt diet.
24.
regularly taking or addicted to: He was on drugs for twoyears.
25.
Informal. with; carried by: I have no money on me.
26.
(used to indicate time or occasion): on Sunday; We demand cash on delivery.
27.
(used to indicate the object or end of motion): to march on the capital.
28.
(used to indicate the object or end of action, thought, desire, etc.): to gaze on a scene.
29.
(used to indicate subject, reference, or respect): views on public matters.
30.
(used to indicate an encounter): The pickpocket crept up on a victim.
–adverb
31.
in, into, or onto a position of being supported or attached: Sew the buttons on.
32.
in, into, or onto a position of covering or wrapping: Put your raincoat on.
33.
fast to a thing, as for support: Hold on!
34.
toward a place, point, activity, or object: to look on while others work.
35.
forward, onward, or along, as in any course or process: further on.
36.
with continuous activity: to work on.
37.
into or in active operation or performance: Turn the gas on.
–adjective
38.
operating or in use: The television set was on. Is your brake on?
39.
taking place; occurring: Don't you know there's a war on?
40.
performing or broadcasting: The radio announcer told us we were on.
41.
Informal.
a.
behaving in a theatrical, lively, or ingratiating way: Around close friends, one doesn't have to be on every minute.
b.
functioning or performing at one's best: When she's on, no other tennis player is half as good.
so as to be attached to or unified with: Hang the picture on the wall. Paste the label on the package.
3.
so as to be a covering or wrapping for: Put the blanket on the baby. Put aluminum foil on the lamb chops beforefreezing them.
4.
in connection, association, or cooperation with; as a part or element of: to serve on a jury.
5.
so as to be a supporting part, base, backing, etc., of: a painting on canvas; mounted on cardboard; legs on a chair.
6.
(used to indicate place, location, situation, etc.): a scar on the face; the book on the table; a house on 19th Street.
7.
(used to indicate immediate proximity): a house on the lake; to border on absurdity.
8.
in the direction of: on the left; to sail on a southerly course.
9.
(used to indicate a means of conveyance or a means of supporting or supplying movement): on the wing; This car runs on electricity. Can you walk on your hands? I'll be there on the noon plane.
10.
by the agency or means of: drunk on wine; talking on the phone; I saw it on television.
with respect or regard to (used to indicate the object of an action directed against or toward): Let's play a joke on him. Write a critical essay on Shakespeare.
13.
in a state or condition of; in the process of: on strike; The house is on fire!
engaged in or involved with: He's on the second chapter now.
16.
(used to indicate a source or a person or thing that serves as a source or agent): a duty on imported goods; She depends on her friends for encouragement.
17.
(used to indicate a basis or ground): on myword of honor; The movie is based on the book.
18.
(used to indicate risk or liability): on pain of death.
19.
(used to indicate progress toward or completion of an objective): We completed the project on budget.
20.
assigned to or occupied with; operating: Who's on the switchboard thisafternoon?
21.
Informal. so as to disturb or affect adversely: My hair dryer broke on me.
22.
Informal. paid for by, esp. as a treat or gift: Dinner is on me.
23.
taking or using as a prescribed measure, cure, or the like: The doctor had her on a low-salt diet.
24.
regularly taking or addicted to: He was on drugs for twoyears.
25.
Informal. with; carried by: I have no money on me.
26.
(used to indicate time or occasion): on Sunday; We demand cash on delivery.
27.
(used to indicate the object or end of motion): to march on the capital.
28.
(used to indicate the object or end of action, thought, desire, etc.): to gaze on a scene.
29.
(used to indicate subject, reference, or respect): views on public matters.
30.
(used to indicate an encounter): The pickpocket crept up on a victim.
–adverb
31.
in, into, or onto a position of being supported or attached: Sew the buttons on.
32.
in, into, or onto a position of covering or wrapping: Put your raincoat on.
33.
fast to a thing, as for support: Hold on!
34.
toward a place, point, activity, or object: to look on while others work.
35.
forward, onward, or along, as in any course or process: further on.
36.
with continuous activity: to work on.
37.
into or in active operation or performance: Turn the gas on.
–adjective
38.
operating or in use: The television set was on. Is your brake on?
39.
taking place; occurring: Don't you know there's a war on?
40.
performing or broadcasting: The radio announcer told us we were on.
41.
Informal.
a.
behaving in a theatrical, lively, or ingratiating way: Around close friends, one doesn't have to be on every minute.
b.
functioning or performing at one's best: When she's on, no other tennis player is half as good.