Meaning of ‘Turn on’ Phrasal Verb in English

Turn on

To activate or start the operation of a device, appliance, or system.

Turn on the lights; it's getting dark in here.

I will turn on the heater; it's getting chilly.

Can you turn on the TV? I want to watch the news.

Don't forget to turn on the alarm system before leaving.

The chef asked the assistant to turn on the oven for baking.

He forgot to turn on the computer before starting the presentation.

Start

Activate

Switch on

Power up

Ignite

Fire up

Disconnect

Turn off

Shut down

Power down

Deactivate

Switch off

To become interested or excited in a conversation or activity, especially sexually.

She turned on when discussing her favorite topic.

The team really turned on in the second half of the game.

I could see her turn on when talking about the romantic movie.

The audience turned on during the thrilling climax of the performance.

Engage

Stimulate

Become excited

Arouse

Turn off

Disengage

Lose interest

Cool down

Calm down