The Open Dictionary

catch on

Related to word: catch

Phrasal Verb

Definition (comprehension)

  1. C2

    to grasp or comprehend, especially after a period of time

    • At first, he didn't catch on to the concept, but he finally got it later.

    • It took her a while to catch on to why everyone was so excited.

    • After several meetings, the team members finally caught on to their goals.

Definition (popularity)

  1. C1

    to gain popularity or become trendy

    • The new style of sneakers really caught on among teenagers.

    • The song caught on quickly on social media.

    • The local music style is catching on with the youth.