Catch on
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To understand, learn or grasp something.
It took me a while to catch on, but I finally understood the math concept.
Often appears as...
- catch on to something
- slow to catch on
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To become popular or trending.
The new fashion trend really caught on and everyone is wearing it.
Often appears as...
- catch on quickly
- gradually catch on
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To ignite or start burning.
The campfire didn't catch on initially because the wood was too wet.
Often appears as...
- fire catch on
- material catch on
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To understand, learn or grasp something.
It took me a while to catch on, but I finally understood the math concept.
Often appears as...
- catch on to something
- slow to catch on
phrase
To become popular or trending.
The new fashion trend really caught on and everyone is wearing it.
Often appears as...
- catch on quickly
- gradually catch on
phrase
To ignite or start burning.
The campfire didn't catch on initially because the wood was too wet.
Often appears as...
- fire catch on
- material catch on
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Learning Curve
Some people might take longer to 'catch on' to new ideas or skills, indicating a gradual understanding.
Once he started practicing every day, he began to catch on.
Pro Tip 2/3Aha Moment
Describes the moment of sudden understanding or realization when something 'clicks'.
After seeing the solution, she finally caught on to the puzzle.
Pro Tip 3/3Observational Learning
Implies learning by watching others, picking up hints and finally understanding.
He watched the game intently and quickly caught on to the rules.
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