latch on
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To grasp firmly; to become attached to.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
She'll latch on quick when she remembers. It'll impress the customers. And open up the American market.
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 begin to understand something.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “latch on” mean?
To grasp firmly; to become attached to.
Is “latch on” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.