in on

idiom
UK: /ˌɪn ˈɒn/
US: /ˌɪn ˈɑːn/

  1. To know about something secret or private.

    1. Was he in on the plan? I don't trust him. [ ] [ ]
    2. She's not in on the secret, so don't mention it in front of her. [ ] [ ]

  2. To participate in something, especially an activity or deal.

    1. I want in on this game, it looks so fun! [ ] [ ]
    2. If you're selling your car, I'd like to get in on that deal. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

aware privy involved
in on preposition

  1. In close association or collusion with someone.

    1. He is in on everything, nothing happens without him knowing. [ ] [ ]
    2. They were in on the scheme together, working to deceive everyone else. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "in on" in English means: To know about something secret or private., To participate in something, especially an activity or deal..

The phonetic transcription of "in on" is /ˌɪn ˈɒn/ in British English and /ˌɪn ˈɑːn/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "in on": aware, privy, involved.

Example usage of "in on": "Was he in on the plan? I don't trust him.". More examples on the page.