: 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
1
: being or able to be added on
an add-on device
2
: able to be added to
add-on certificates of deposit
Synonyms
Examples of add-on in a Sentence
Noun
a blow-dryer that comes with a couple of add-ons for people who are serious about styling their hair
Recent Examples on the Web
Anthony Palazzo, Fortune Europe, 10 May 2024
Each of the special Continental GTs, Continental GTCs, and Flying Spurs comes loaded with add-ons from the automaker’s bespoke division, Mulliner.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 10 May 2024
The final add-on that sets the MSI Claw apart from the competition is the inclusion of Wi-Fi 7, which can be more than four times faster than Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E, the latter of which is found in the Steam Deck OLED, the Asus ROG Ally, and the Legion Go.
—PCMAG, 10 May 2024
Users who choose the add-on package, done in conjunction with Bleacher Report, will pay a $10 per month surcharge.
—Chris Morris, Fortune, 8 May 2024
Texas had two more add-on runs in the ninth against Easton Lucas, recalled from Las Vegas, on run-scoring singles by Evan Carter and Nathaniel Lowe.
—Jerry McDonald, The Mercury News, 8 May 2024
Note that Hulu already has agreements to sell add-on subscriptions for Max and Paramount Global’s Paramount+ With Showtime.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 8 May 2024
The set boasts a number of benefits, from firming the skin to adding radiance and hydration, and at just over $5 apiece, this is a great add-on gift.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 7 May 2024
Prime members can purchase an annual add-on subscription to MGM+ at a price of INR599 ($7.15) per year.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 30 Apr. 2024
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
Noun
On a recent Tuesday at the Counting House, a Fuller’s pub in the City of London, two half-pints of Lucky Saint yielded a bill of £7 including VAT, with no add-ons, handled with a simple tap of the card.
—Anthony Palazzo, Fortune Europe, 10 May 2024
Each of the special Continental GTs, Continental GTCs, and Flying Spurs comes loaded with add-ons from the automaker’s bespoke division, Mulliner.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 10 May 2024
The final add-on that sets the MSI Claw apart from the competition is the inclusion of Wi-Fi 7, which can be more than four times faster than Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E, the latter of which is found in the Steam Deck OLED, the Asus ROG Ally, and the Legion Go.
—PCMAG, 10 May 2024
Users who choose the add-on package, done in conjunction with Bleacher Report, will pay a $10 per month surcharge.
—Chris Morris, Fortune, 8 May 2024
Texas had two more add-on runs in the ninth against Easton Lucas, recalled from Las Vegas, on run-scoring singles by Evan Carter and Nathaniel Lowe.
—Jerry McDonald, The Mercury News, 8 May 2024
Note that Hulu already has agreements to sell add-on subscriptions for Max and Paramount Global’s Paramount+ With Showtime.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 8 May 2024
The set boasts a number of benefits, from firming the skin to adding radiance and hydration, and at just over $5 apiece, this is a great add-on gift.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 7 May 2024
Prime members can purchase an annual add-on subscription to MGM+ at a price of INR599 ($7.15) per year.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 30 Apr. 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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“Add-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/add-on. Accessed 15 May. 2024.
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