verb
Meaning 1
Synonym of clock on (but used transitively).
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
- He clocked onto his shift late.
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: clock on
Antonyms: none provided
Phrase guide
clock onto
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verb
Meaning 2
To recognize or acknowledge (something).
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: transitive
Examples
- The company clocked onto her subterfuge and fired her for it.
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
History
Etymology
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