put someone on to
To tell someone about a useful contact, idea, or thing, or to connect them directly with someone who can help.
Meanings
To tell someone about a useful person, resource, or idea.
"My neighbor put me on to a plumber who charges very reasonable prices."
To transfer a phone call so someone speaks with a different person.
"I'll put you on to our accounts department — they'll be able to help with your invoice."
To direct the attention of police or investigators to a suspect or lead.
"A witness put the investigators on to the real culprit."
Very common in everyday British and American English. The object is always a person, and the thing they are put onto follows: 'put me on to a great mechanic.' Also used literally when connecting phone calls.
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