fit on (something)

fit on (something)

To attach or place something onto something else. A noun or pronoun can be used between "fit" and "on." I can't fit on these gloves—are you sure they're mine? You know, you can adjust that wrench if you can't fit it on the nut.

See also: fit, on

fit something on(to) something

 and fit something on

to manage to place something onto something. See if you can fit this lid onto that jar over there. Sorry, I can't fit on this lid, because it's too big.

See also: fit, on