(slang, UK, Australian, transitive) To flirt with; to approach and speak to (someone), seeking romance, love, sex, etc.
(slang, UK, Australian, transitive) To flirt with; to approach and speak to (someone), seeking romance, love, sex, etc.
Crack onto means: To flirt with; to approach and speak to (someone), seeking romance, love, sex, etc.. It is mainly Australian English and may not be understood outside that context. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than risky behaviour. If your teen uses it, context will usually make the intent clear. A short, curious question about where they heard it is usually all that is needed to know whether to follow up.
Crack onto means: To flirt with; to approach and speak to (someone), seeking romance, love, sex, etc.. It is mainly Australian English and may not be understood outside that context. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than risky behaviour. If your teen uses it, context will usually make the intent clear. A short, curious question about where they heard it is usually all that is needed to know whether to follow up.
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crack onto means: To flirt with; to approach and speak to (someone), seeking romance, love, sex, etc.. Register: very informal, slang. Suitable only for casual conversation, chat and social media. Do not use in business, academic or news writing. Common learner mistake is using the word in a register it does not fit, or assuming a single global meaning; always check the context before producing it yourself.
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