In the context of him being angry and disoriented, it means he's on some drug, right?
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3I think it can be interpreted as being under effect of "something"(medicine etc)– n1kkouCommented Feb 11, 2019 at 16:50
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1idiom: to be on drugs [legal or otherwise]– LambieCommented Feb 11, 2019 at 17:20
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Yes it does.
(very short answer.)
According to the thefreedictionary.com:
be on
- To be taking or under the influence of drugs (legal or illegal). They've got me on a load of antibiotics to fight off the infection. He acts so crazy that sometimes I wonder if he's on drugs!
So, yes, it seems to mean exactly that in this context.
It could also mean other things in different contexts:
- To be performing or displayed, as on a stage, on television, or in a venue. That new play is on at the National Theater this evening. They're showing my favorite film on TV tonight! I hear there's a great new band on at the bar down the road.
- To perform exceptionally well or impressively. The home team is really on tonight, it looks like they'll have an easy victory.
- To be in support of, have interest in, or plan to participate in some activity or thing. Yeah, I'm on for having a few drinks later! Mary said she's on to go to a movie tonight.
- To do something as planned or according to schedule. Are you still on to pick me up from the airport tomorrow? The meeting is on at five o'clock.
