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Definition of catch on

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Slang terms with the same meaning

Other terms relating to 'to know, be aware':

Definitions include: extensive knowledge of or ability in a particular topic.
Definitions include: connected to a social scene, source of knowledge, etc.
Definitions include: to figure something out based on multiple pieces of evidence.
Definitions include: stylish, fashionable; "cool".
Definitions include: to sound familiar.

Other terms relating to 'to understand':

Definitions include: to understand.
Definitions include: to leave.
Definitions include: to figure something out, esp. to finally grasp something difficult and elusive of understanding.
Definitions include: to understand.
Definitions include: to understand.
Definitions include: to support an action.
Definitions include: "crystal clear", i.e. easy to understand.
Definitions include: to see.
Definitions include: misspelling of "capisce".
Definitions include: to be engaged completely (e.g. mentally, emotionally, etc.) in a situation, not just physically.
Definitions include: to understand something so completely that one "over"-stands.

Slang terms with the same root words

Other terms relating to 'catch':

Definitions include: to see.
Definitions include: to get some amount of respite.
Definitions include: to acquire a buzz by smoking marijuana; "get stoned".
Definitions include: in fishing, to catch a fish and then release it back into the water.
Definitions include: to get intoxicated from some natural substance.
Definitions include: to tag, or write graffiti somewhere.
Definitions include: "Catching bodies" is a phrase commonly associated with western urban youth. It refers to the catcher in homosexual couples.
Definitions include: a person who catches.
Definitions include: to receive criticism.
Definitions include: To receive criticism.
Definitions include: run fast
Definitions include: goodbye.
Definitions include: to understand.
Definitions include: to receive one's beating.
Definitions include: get some sunshine.

Other terms relating to 'on':

Definitions include: seemingly accidental but with a secret motive.
Definitions include: secret sexual activity with a person other than one's partner.
Definitions include: See on (one's) plate.
Definitions include: useless.
Definitions include: absolutely futile; pointless, worthless, inept or absurd; good-for-nothing or idiotic.
Definitions include: doing better after an unfavorable event.
Definitions include: returned to one's meth or crack addiction.
Definitions include: to insult for fun; "make fun of".
Definitions include: to leave (a relationship) or abandon.
Definitions include: to attempt to attract verbally; "hit on".
Definitions include: to test something before it is released or presented.
Definitions include: See barge in.
Definitions include: used to describe a person that is angry and is scolding at someone.
Definitions include: to be involved with.
Definitions include: to be present in large numbers.

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