turn on
verb
Meaning
- To set a flow of fluid or gas running by rotating a tap or valve.
- To power up, to put into operation, to start, to activate (an appliance, light, mechanism, functionality etc.).
- (of a device) To start operating; to power up, to become on.
- To fill with enthusiasm; to intoxicate, give pleasure to ( + to an object of interest or excitement).
- To sexually arouse.
- To cause to take up drugs, especially hallucinogens.
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