: connected to, served by, or available through a system and especially a computer or telecommunications system (such as the Internet)
an online database
also
: done while connected to such a system
online shopping
online games
online searching
online
adverb
Examples of on line in a Sentence
Adjective
The city libraries are all online.
He likes to engage in online chats.
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Originally, his podcast focused on issues related to the manosphere, a largely online movement that champions masculinity and opposes feminism.
—George Michael, The Conversation, 19 Dec. 2025
Some of those issues, particularly on linear output, can no longer be corrected, though online material has since been amended.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 19 Dec. 2025
In this new corner of online gaming, the question is potentially being punted at the outset by some market leaders in favor of a faster launch.
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Adjective
Smile Hair Clinic has attracted attention in the media and online discussions for its work with high-profile individuals, alongside its broader patient base.
—Connie Etemadi, Freep.com, 19 Dec. 2025
Originally, his podcast focused on issues related to the manosphere, a largely online movement that champions masculinity and opposes feminism.
—George Michael, The Conversation, 19 Dec. 2025
Some of those issues, particularly on linear output, can no longer be corrected, though online material has since been amended.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 19 Dec. 2025
In this new corner of online gaming, the question is potentially being punted at the outset by some market leaders in favor of a faster launch.
—Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 19 Dec. 2025
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“On line.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20line. Accessed 20 Dec. 2025.
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