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come on

The correct spelling is come on.

How to pronounce come on

/-on/
verb

IPA: /-on/

Say it like: Com-e o-n

The correct spelling is come on. To encounter, discover; to come upon. For example: "Turning the corner, I came on Julia sitting by the riverbank."

Usage Examples

Turning the corner, I came on Julia sitting by the riverbank.

I think he's coming on too late after my line.

I was going to turn off the TV, but my favorite show came on.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To encounter, discover; to come upon.
  2. 2.To appear on a stage or in a performance.
  3. 3.To appear on a television broadcast.
  4. 4.To progress, to develop.
  5. 5.(of a light) To start to shine, become lit.

interjection

  1. 1.Come along with me; join me in going.
  2. 2.An expression of encouragement.
  3. 3.An expression of disbelief.
  4. 4.An expression of frustration, exasperation, or impatience; hurry up.
  5. 5.An expression of defiance or as a challenge; approach; come at me.

noun

  1. 1.Something intended to attract, as in an advertisement.
  2. 2.A statement or sometimes action reflecting sexual or romantic interest.
  3. 3.A bad actor whose talents do not extend far beyond walking onto the stage.

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