092 Catch on

Catch on

(PW)understand, figure out

I am beginning to catch on to this algebra.

(usingEnglish)

Meaning: Become popular

Example: Many critics were shocked when techno CAUGHT ON in the clubs.

Meaning: Finally understand what is going on

Example: Everyone else realised what was happening, but it took Henry ages to CATCH ON.

(your) v.

To understand

grasp, comprehend, perceive, learn; see understand 1.

To become popular

become fashionable, become prevalent, become common, become widespread, become acceptable, become the rage, grow in popularity, find a market, find favor, be a hit, take, go over*, go over big*, click*; see also prosper.

(free)

catch on

1. To understand; perceive.

2. To become popular: Skateboarding caught on quickly.