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Definition sign on in American English

sign on phrasal verb

phrasal verb
1

to agree to do something or to take part in something

Example

Companies have signed on as business partners with high schools across the country.

Example

We're hopeful that they will sign on to this plan.

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2

to write your name or a secret word in order to use a computer

Example

You need your password to sign on.

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3

to employ someone to do a job

Example

We've signed on three new employees.

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4

to apply to receive money from the government when you have lost your job

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Definition sign on in American English