clock on
Definition
Verb: - To record the time of one's arrival at work, typically by using a mechanical or electronic time clock. This action formally marks the beginning of one's work shift.
Usage and Examples
The verb "clock on" is used to describe the specific action of registering one's arrival at a workplace. It is common in contexts with formal timekeeping systems.
Examples: - Employees must clock on before 9:00 AM. - I forgot to clock on this morning, so I had to inform my supervisor. - The system automatically records when you clock on and clock off.
Advanced Usage
- "to clock on for [shift/time]": To register arrival for a specific work period.
- She clocked on for the night shift at 10 PM.
- The act of clocking on can imply the formal start of work duties and responsibilities.
Variants and Related Words
- Clock in: A direct synonym, identical in meaning and usage.
- He clocked in at exactly eight o'clock.
- Punch in: Another common synonym, originating from the use of physical punch cards.
- Clock off / Clock out / Punch out: The antonymous phrasal verbs for registering one's departure from work.
Synonyms
- Check in (work context)
- Sign in (work context)
- Record one's arrival
Related Phrasal Verbs
- Clock off / Clock out: To record the time of one's departure from work.
- We are not allowed to clock out before 5:30 PM.
Verb
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register one's arrival at work