Meaning of the word "turn on" in English

What does "turn on" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

turn on

US /tɜːrn ɑːn/

UK /tɜːn ɒn/

to start the flow or operation of something by means of a switch, button, or other control

Example:

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Could you please turn on the lights?

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I need to turn on my computer to check emails.

Synonym:

activate power on start up

Antonym:

turn off switch off

to excite or stimulate (someone), especially sexually

Example:

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That song always turns her on.

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His intelligence really turns me on.

Synonym:

arouse excite stimulate

Antonym:

turn off put off

to attack or become hostile toward (someone or something)

Example:

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The dog suddenly turned on its owner.

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The crowd turned on the speaker after his controversial remarks.

Synonym:

attack assault become hostile

Antonym:

defend support