On Definition & Meaning
on
- adverb
- with a forward motion; "we drove along admiring the view"; "the horse trotted along at a steady pace"; "the circus traveled on to the next city"; "move along"; "march on"
- indicates continuity or persistence or concentration; "his spirit lives on"; "shall I read on?"
- in a state required for something to function or be effective; "turn the lights on"; "get a load on"
- adjective
- in operation or operational; "left the oven on"; "the switch is in the on position"
- (of events) planned or scheduled; "the picnic is on, rain or shine"; "we have nothing on for Friday night"
"On" in song lyrics
See how on is used in real songs:
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"Come on"
10sion — Let's Get it On -
"Let's get it on"
10sion — Let's Get it On -
"You know it's on"
(11/5 f/) Taydatay — Roll 'Em Up [Edit]
Words that rhyme with on
Usage tips for "on"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "on" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for on to find words that pair well.
Use "on" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does on mean?
- with a forward motion; "we drove along admiring the view"; "the horse trotted along at a steady pace"; "the circus traveled on to the next city"; "move along"; "march on" indicates continuity or persistence or concentration; "his spirit lives on"; "shall I read on?" in a state required for something to function or be effective; "turn the lights on"; "get a load on" in operation or operational; "left the oven on"; "the switch is in the on position" (of events) planned or scheduled
- What part of speech is on?
- On is an adverb and an adjective.
- How many definitions does on have?
- On has 5 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adverb, adjective).