add-on

1 of 2

noun

ˈad-ˌän How to pronounce add-on (audio)
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: something added on: such as
a
: a sum or amount added on
b
: something (such as an accessory or added feature) that enhances the thing it is added to
computer hardware add-ons

add-on

2 of 2

adjective

1
: being or able to be added on
an add-on device
2
: able to be added to
add-on certificates of deposit

Examples of add-on in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Noun
But Democrats also celebrated what was not included in the bill, beating back Republican demands for conservative policy add-ons. USA TODAY, 23 Mar. 2024 For super fans, add-on sets (sold separately) will only enhance the fun (and, of course, the price tag) of this Hogwarts Castle. Maya Polton, Parents, 23 Mar. 2024 Max add-ons are $9.99-$15.99 per month in addition to each platform’s base plans. Danielle Directo-Meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Mar. 2024 That tax would continue under Prop. 1, so there will be no substitution of bond money for tax funds, and the new money should strictly be an add-on. Thomas Elias, The Mercury News, 22 Mar. 2024 The owners also offer charter sailing trips as an add-on. Drew Dawson, Journal Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2024 Expect more theme park add-ons and microtransactions. Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2024 There are also add-ons like a fan feast charity brunch (Saturday), and a songwriting workshop (Wednesday-Friday). Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 20 Mar. 2024 Sporty cars from mainstream brands such as Honda or Chevrolet use carbon fiber for add-ons like rear wings. Washington Post, 11 Mar. 2024
Adjective
For these patients, Nexletol could be an effective add-on treatment. Nick Blackmer, Verywell Health, 22 Mar. 2023 These add-on panels, along with the bumpers and mirrors, are all painted the color of the body, which on the 16V is restricted to silver, red, or black. Csaba Csere, Car and Driver, 21 Mar. 2023 Now, the conversations about the business, that's all an add-on. Steve Baltin, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2023 YouTube TV is also lowering the price of its 4K Plus add-on from $20 to $10 per month, according to the letter. Bailey Schulz, USA TODAY, 16 Mar. 2023 As part of the price changes, YouTube is also slashing the price of its 4K Plus add-on from $19.99 a month to $9.99. J. Clara Chan, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Mar. 2023 For those willing to spend more, plenty of higher-end models offer additional features like Bluetooth, companion apps, alarm clocks, and add-on sound libraries. Lindsay Modglin, Verywell Health, 10 Mar. 2023 However, the Reelz channel requires an additional $3 add-on, which still isn’t a bad deal. Josie Howell | , al, 10 Mar. 2023 Football, baseball, and hockey fans will likely be interested in the Sports Plus add-on ($10.99/month), which includes NFL RedZone and the MLB and NHL networks. Maddie Topliff, Peoplemag, 10 Mar. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1930, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

1955, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of add-on was in 1930

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“Add-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/add-on. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

Legal Definition

add-on

adjective
1
: being or able to be added on
add-on no-fault benefits
2
: able to be added to
add-on certificates of deposit

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