turn on
turn on
to start a machine, light, or device
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turn on synonyms
What's the difference between turn on / switch on / power up / start up / plug in / activate
Very similar to 'turn on'; often used when a physical switch is involved.
Switch on the radio, please.
To supply power to a device and start it; slightly more technical than 'turn on'.
Power up the server before running the update.
General verb meaning to begin operation of a device, engine, or program; broader than 'turn on'.
Start up the vacuum cleaner and clean the carpet.
Means to connect a device to a power source (insert the plug) rather than to start its operation.
You need to plug in the kettle before you turn it on.
Used for making a feature, system or service start functioning; more formal or technical than 'turn on'.
Activate the alarm system after you close the door.
Often used to mean allow or turn on a feature or permission, especially in software/settings.
Enable Bluetooth in your phone settings.
Specifically refers to a computer/system starting its operating system; more specific than 'turn on'.
The computer takes a few minutes to boot up.
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How to pronounce turn on and what this word means
turn on means turn on. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce turn on
/ˈtɜːn ɒn/
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turn on
turn on transcription
/ˈtɜːn ɒn/, /ˈtɝn ɑn/
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turn on meaning: what does it mean?
to start a machine, light, or device
turn on pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
turn on is pronounced as /ˈtɜːn ɒn/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
Is turn on part of Household Chores vocabulary?
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