clock onto
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Synonym of clock on (but used transitively).
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
He clocked onto his shift late.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To recognize or acknowledge (something).
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “clock onto” mean?
Synonym of clock on (but used transitively).
Is “clock onto” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.