English to English
verb
- cause to operate by flipping a switch
Switch on the light.
Turn on the stereo.
source: WordNet 3.0
- be contingent on
The outcomes rides on the results of the election.
Your grade will depends on your homework.
source: WordNet 3.0
- produce suddenly or automatically
Turn on the charm.
Turn on the waterworks.
source: WordNet 3.0
- become hostile towards
The dog suddenly turned on the mailman.
source: WordNet 3.0
- cause to be agitated, excited, or roused
The speaker charged up the crowd with his inflammatory remarks.
source: WordNet 3.0
- stimulate sexually
This movie usually arouses the male audience.
source: WordNet 3.0
- get high, stoned, or drugged
He trips every weekend.
source: WordNet 3.0
