turn on

What does the phrasal verb “turn on” mean? Explore the meaning and usage of the phrasal verb “turn on“, illustrated with examples:

Definition

1. To depend upon; to pivot around, to have as a central subject.
2. To power up (a device), to start, to cause to start operating.

Example(s)

1. The argument turned on the question of whether globalization will destroy local cultures.
2. Turn on the TV. The baseball game starts in a few minutes.

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