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1. start something operating: to make something electrical or mechanical start operating, e.g. by turning a knob or pressing a switch
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2. cover something with clothing: to cover the body or a part of the body with clothing, headgear, footwear, or other accessories
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3. apply something to skin: to apply something such as makeup or lotion to the skin
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4. organize something: to organize and present an event such as a theatrical entertainment
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5. gain or add something: to gain something that is additional or extra
  He's been putting on weight.
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6. prescribe something for somebody: to prescribe something for somebody such as medication or a special diet
put her on a low-salt diet
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7. adopt false behavior: to adopt an attitude or way of behaving that is false or insincere
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8. provide something: to provide something as a service or facility
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9. make something subject to imposition: to impose something such as a tax or a restriction
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10. place bet: to make a bet, or offer money as a stake for a bet
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11. hand telephone to somebody: to hand a telephone to somebody so that he or she can speak to somebody on the other end
I'll put her on.
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12. tease somebody: to make fun of somebody, especially by pretending something
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informal
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You're putting me on.
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