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
Tummy toys can vary in cost based on many variables, such as developmental stages, construction and materials, and other add-on features. Maya Polton, Parents, 6 Apr. 2024 Max is offering one of its best streaming deals with up to 45 percent off annual subscriptions and the B/R Sports add-on for free for a limited time; learn more here. Danielle Directo-Meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Apr. 2024 This summer’s interior tours are quite small, limited to just 10 people at a time, and run 100 British pounds ($127) per person, or 150 British pounds ($190) with an additional add-on of afternoon tea. Madeline Weinfield, Travel + Leisure, 4 Apr. 2024 This season’s races—including its headline event, the TT Assen—will be available to view on TruTV and Max’s B/R Sports add-on. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 2 Apr. 2024 That doesn’t include whatever add-ons are allowed under the state’s density bonus law, which gives developers added height and density in exchange for building affordable units. Calmatters, The Mercury News, 2 Apr. 2024 The company has been offering Teams as a free add-on to customers who buy Office 365 and Microsoft 365 for years. Jody Serrano / Gizmodo, Quartz, 1 Apr. 2024 That’s because their refund could be boosted by the Earned Income Tax Credit — an add-on for low-income workers that could amount to several hundred dollars for a single person or thousands of dollars for a family with children. Jon Healey, Los Angeles Times, 29 Mar. 2024 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
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 19 Apr. 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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