have on

verb

had on; having on; has on

transitive verb

1

: wear

has on a new suit

2

chiefly British : to trick or deceive intentionally : put on sense 5

3

chiefly British : to have plans for

What do you have on for tomorrow?

Synonyms of have on

• trick
• deceive
• fool
• take in

Examples of have on in a Sentence

you're having me on, aren't you, mate?

Recent Examples on the Web

The student's aunt, Molly Perry, previously told The Enquirer that the 6-year-old student was tied up and restrained by a school staff member following an outburst the student had on school grounds. —Grace Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 14 Nov. 2025

Another tool the filmmakers had on their side? —Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 14 Nov. 2025

New documentary Thoughts & Prayers travels across the country to examine the impact these horrific crimes have had on students, parents, and teachers. —PC Magazine, 14 Nov. 2025

Clocking in at nearly 10 pounds, this upright vacuum is a lighter option to have on deck that’s gentle enough for hardwoods, tile, and carpets. —Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 13 Nov. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for have on

• aileron
• antiphon
• autobahn
• carillon
• castellan
• celadon
• cephalon
• chitosan
• cynodon
• denouement
• deuteron
• echelon