ons

Definition

A common preposition that shows something is physically above or touching a surface, or used to talk about a topic or situation.

Usage & Nuances

'On' is used for surfaces (on the table), dates/days (on Monday), and topics (a book on science). Don't confuse with 'in' (for enclosed spaces) or 'at' (for points). Some phrasal verbs also use 'on', like 'on time' or 'on the way'.

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