as in option
something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment
a blow-dryer that comes with a couple of add-ons for people who are serious about styling their hair
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Recent Examples of add-on
The Hispanic media giant is warning its viewers, via on-air spots and social media posts, that its networks are at risk of being shunted off to a Spanish-only add-on package.
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Dade Hayes, Deadline, 9 Sep. 2025
Ruby Tuesday Members of the Ruby Rewards program get a free dessert or add-on garden bar on their birthday.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 9 Sep. 2025
Treat returns intelligence as a core function, not an add-on.
—Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2025
There’s also a $7-per-month add-on, billed quarterly, that’s all about international sports, specifically soccer, with ESPN and Fox’s Deportes channels, plus Real Madrid’s proprietary channel.
—Dan Reilly, Vulture, 4 Sep. 2025
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Dade Hayes, Deadline, 9 Sep. 2025
Ruby Tuesday Members of the Ruby Rewards program get a free dessert or add-on garden bar on their birthday.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 9 Sep. 2025
Treat returns intelligence as a core function, not an add-on.
—Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2025
There’s also a $7-per-month add-on, billed quarterly, that’s all about international sports, specifically soccer, with ESPN and Fox’s Deportes channels, plus Real Madrid’s proprietary channel.
—Dan Reilly, Vulture, 4 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for add-on
Noun
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Charter schools are created as public school options within the public school setting that are managed by independent boards.—
Khaleda Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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In a beauty world full of seemingly endless options, RoC’s Retinol Correxion Anti-Aging Night Serum is tested, loved by many, and won’t cost you a pretty penny.—
Gabriela Izquierdo,
Southern Living,
17 Sep. 2025
Noun
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While planning our outfits for our fickle Southern weather might be a challenge at times, there’s one accessory that is always needed during the season.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
13 Sep. 2025
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Turns out Stephano was pondering beltmaking too, leading the two to partner on a new business venture creating small-batch leather pieces and metal accessories.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Typhur’s new Sync appliances change that equation entirely.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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The price of dishwashers, along with most appliances, has seen a long-term, shallow downward trend, making such purchases even more affordable.—
Jeremy Lott,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Add-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/add-on. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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