Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
turn-on-a-light
phrasal verb
/tɜrn ɑn ə laɪt/
Definition
To activate or illuminate a light source, such as a lamp or bulb.
Examples
- When it gets dark, I always turn on a light in the living room.
- She turned on the light to find her keys.
- Don’t forget to turn on a light when you go down to the basement.
Meaning
The act of causing a light to illuminate by operating a switch or mechanism.
Synonyms
- switch on
- activate
- illuminate
