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Meaning of the word on in English

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on

US /ɑːn/
UK /ɒn/
"on" picture

Preposition

1.

physically in contact with and supported by (a surface)

Example:
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The book is on the table.
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She put her hand on my shoulder.
Synonym:
upon atop
2.

indicating a day or date

Example:
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The meeting is on Friday.
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Her birthday is on October 20th.
3.

indicating a state or condition

Example:
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The house is on fire.
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He is on duty.

Adverb

1.

in operation or active

Example:
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Turn the light on.
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The television is on.
Synonym:
active operating running powered
2.

continuing in a process or activity

Example:
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Keep on working.
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The show must go on.
Synonym:
forward ahead continuously

Adjective

taking place or scheduled to take place

Example:
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Is the concert still on?
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The game is on for tomorrow.
Synonym:
scheduled happening occurring
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