turn on
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turn on verb
- To set a flow of fluid or gas running by rotating a tap or valve.“Turn on the tap”
- To power up, to put into operation, to start, to activate (an appliance, light, mechanism, functionality etc.).“Please turn on automatic updates.”
- (of a device) To start operating; to power up, to become on.“My computer won't turn on.”
- To fill with enthusiasm; to intoxicate, give pleasure to ( + to an object of interest or excitement).“Attractive packaging can turn buyers on to a product.”
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