Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
walk-in-on
phrasal verb
/ˈwɔːk ɪn ɒn/
Definition
To enter a room or space unexpectedly or without prior notice, usually while someone is already present.
Examples
- She didn’t knock before entering; she just decided to walk in on the meeting.
- It’s rude to walk in on someone when they are having a private conversation.
Meaning
The act of arriving at a place, particularly a private area, without being invited or without warning.
Synonyms
- intrude
- interrupt
- surprise
