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
An add-on grocery membership offers free delivery from Whole Foods.
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Emery Glover, Des Moines Register, 29 Jan. 2026
The Florida Lottery site states game add-ons include Double Play for $1, a bonus drawing where players could win up to $250,000 using the same numbers (Double Play drawings are held immediately after Florida Lotto drawings).
—Jennifer Sangalang, Florida Times-Union, 28 Jan. 2026
An orchestration that argues Zionism is merely a political add-on that can be stripped away from the Jewish faith.
—Marc Schneier, New York Daily News, 27 Jan. 2026
One big question for Microsoft remains adoption of its enterprise AI services, notably the Microsoft 365 Copilot add-on, as it’s viewed as a source of revenue growth for the company’s software suite.
—Samantha Subin, CNBC, 27 Jan. 2026
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Emery Glover, Des Moines Register, 29 Jan. 2026
The Florida Lottery site states game add-ons include Double Play for $1, a bonus drawing where players could win up to $250,000 using the same numbers (Double Play drawings are held immediately after Florida Lotto drawings).
—Jennifer Sangalang, Florida Times-Union, 28 Jan. 2026
An orchestration that argues Zionism is merely a political add-on that can be stripped away from the Jewish faith.
—Marc Schneier, New York Daily News, 27 Jan. 2026
One big question for Microsoft remains adoption of its enterprise AI services, notably the Microsoft 365 Copilot add-on, as it’s viewed as a source of revenue growth for the company’s software suite.
—Samantha Subin, CNBC, 27 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for add-on
Noun
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If the judge did take that step, the case would likely be reassigned either to another prosecutor’s office in a neighboring county or to the state Attorney General’s office – all options which come with their own drawbacks.—
Andi Babineau,
CNN Money,
2 Feb. 2026
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To schedule an appointment, please call the Lottery Player Relations office at 844-887-6836, option 2.—
Detroit Free Press Staff,
Freep.com,
2 Feb. 2026
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Her choice of accessories included a gold choker braided with pink gemstones, which further added a touch of gothic romanticism to her look.—
Pamela Vázquez,
Glamour,
2 Feb. 2026
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In addition to food, guests browsed traditional apparel, jewelry and accessories.—
Eva Remijan-Toba,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Feb. 2026
Noun
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While pre-existing issues are not covered, homeowners will find comprehensive coverage for aging appliances and home systems at a reasonable price.—
Sharon Brandwein,
USA Today,
6 Feb. 2026
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Keep only everyday appliances and dinnerware in the kitchen to maximize space.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Add-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/add-on. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
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