To dress oneself in a garment or piece of clothing. She put on her coat before leaving the house.
To apply or spread a substance onto a surface. He put on sunscreen before going to the beach.
To assume or adopt a particular expression or demeanor. He put on a brave face despite feeling nervous.
To present or stage a performance or show. The theater company put on a fantastic play last night.
She put on a few pounds over the holidays.
To deceive or trick someone. I thought he was serious, but he was just putting me on.