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      On

      /ɒn/

      Meaning & Definition

      preposition
      In contact with and supported by a surface.
      The book is on the table.
      Indicating a position or location in relation to something.
      She put the vase on the shelf.
      Indicating a time something happens.
      The meeting is on Friday.
      Indicating a state of being involved with or engaged in something.
      He is on a diet.
      Indicating a means of operation or action.
      She switched the light on.
      adverb
      In a state of operation or functioning.
      The computer is on.
      Indicating continuation or progression.
      The show must go on.
      adjunct
      Having ongoing action or effect.
      We are still on the right path.

      Etymology

      Old English 'on', of Germanic origin.

      Common Phrases and Expressions

      on fire:
      burning; very enthusiastic or passionate.
      on the rise:
      increasing; improving.
      on the same page:
      in agreement; in harmony.
      on the go:
      busy; active.
      on point:
      exact; accurate.

      Related Words

      upon
      In an elevated position above and in contact with.
      onto
      To a position on or upon.
      onward
      Moving forward or advancing.
      onset
      The beginning of something.

      Slang Meanings

      On point
      Her outfit is on point today.
      On the down-low
      Keep it on the down-low; it's a secret.