: 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 online in a Sentence
The city libraries are all online.
He likes to engage in online chats.
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Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 27 June 2025
Build a support network: Support groups, whether online or in-person, can provide encouragement and practical tips for managing weight changes associated with lupus.
—Stella Bard, Health, 27 June 2025
Walmart+ stands behind members with free online pet services through Pawp and free flat tire repair and road hazard warranty for customers who purchase and install a set of tires at Walmart.
—Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
Earlier in his career, Arison founded Shift, an online marketplace for used cars, and Taxi Magic, which powers the Curb app for cabs in cities including New York.
—Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 27 June 2025
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“Online.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/online. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.
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