Onto ( preposition , adverb )

(As a preposition)

Onto ( preposition )

1. On top of or upon, indicating movement to a position on the surface of something.
2. Concerning or about.

Origin:

From the old english word "on" meaning "on" and the word "to" meaning "to".

Examples:

1. She placed the vase onto the table, making sure it was centered.
2. He climbed onto the roof to fix the chimney.
3. The cat jumped onto the windowsill and looked outside.
4. The company's new strategy is onto providing better customer service.
5. He was onto the criminal's scheme before anyone else, and was able to stop them.

(As an adverb)

Onto ( adverb )

1. On top of or upon, indicating movement to a position on the surface of something.
2. Concerning or about.

Origin:

From the old english word "on" meaning "on" and the word "to" meaning "to".

Examples:

1. She placed the vase onto the table, making sure it was centered.
2. He climbed onto the roof to fix the chimney.
3. The cat jumped onto the windowsill and looked outside.
4. The company's new strategy is onto providing better customer service.
5. He was onto the criminal's scheme before anyone else, and was able to stop them.