Definition
To introduce someone to something new, such as music, a trend, or an opportunity; to recommend or inform someone about something they weren't previously aware of. Implies doing someone a favor by sharing knowledge.
Example Usage
Put me on to that new artist—I've been listening to their album all week.
Origin
Phrasal verb popularized in urban slang and hip-hop culture from the late 1980s onward, though origins in general speech predate this.
Fun Fact
The phrase often carries a sense of gratitude, as being 'put on' to something good is seen as a positive gesture from one friend to another.
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See “put me on” in Corporate Speak, Gen-Z Slang, Pirate Speak, and more.
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