What is the meaning of turn on?

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verb

  • Cause to operate by flipping a switch.
    • usage: "switch on the light"; "turn on the stereo"
  • Be contingent on.
    • usage: "The outcomes rides on the results of the election"; "Your grade will depends on your homework"
  • Produce suddenly or automatically.
    • usage: "Turn on the charm"; "turn on the waterworks"
  • Become hostile towards.
    • usage: "The dog suddenly turned on the mailman"
  • Cause to be agitated, excited, or roused.
    • usage: "The speaker charged up the crowd with his inflammatory remarks"
  • Stimulate sexually.
    • usage: "This movie usually arouses the male audience"
  • Get high, stoned, or drugged.
    • usage: "He trips every weekend"
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