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\ ˈfu̇l-ˌȯn- How to pronounce full-on (audio) , -ˌän \

Definition of full-on

: complete, full-fledged

First Known Use of full-on

1954, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of full-on was in 1954

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“Full-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/full-on. Accessed 7 Aug. 2022.

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