: 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
Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 22 May 2024
As an add-on to Comcast Xfinity TV or broadband, the StreamSaver bundle will cost $15 per month — a discount of at least 35% compared with price of the services purchased separately.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 21 May 2024
The resort has 25 hotels, hundreds of eateries, various ticket options, and extra-special add-ons that run the budgetary gamut from super saver to big spender.
—Tarah Chieffi, Travel + Leisure, 21 May 2024
Additional add-ons available Website 1 of 2 Afternoon Tea at the at Buena Vida Tea Bar and Garden in Santa Monica, California.
—Dorothy Elder, Orange County Register, 20 May 2024
Instead of accomplishing what the company had hoped for — enticing swaths of people who would buy pricey drinks, desserts and other add-on charges or those who would become brand loyalists — the promotion was viewed by many consumers as a challenge, Salera said.
—Marisa Gerber, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2024
Aside from the Premium subscription, Telegram users can buy cosmetic add-ons like interactive emoji and sticker NFTs.
—PCMAG, 20 May 2024
Those, too, are available as add-ons during Ticketmaster checkout or at the Ally East Box Office.
—Brian McCollum, Detroit Free Press, 17 May 2024
New this year is a festival add-on called Bites of the Bay.
—John Metcalfe, The Mercury News, 14 May 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
While McDonald’s is only promising its $5 meal deal for a month—with franchisees asking the company to invest in the operation—additional promotions are likely to stick around, though likely in different forms, such as app-exclusive deals or cheap menu add-ons for digital orders, Zagor said.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 22 May 2024
As an add-on to Comcast Xfinity TV or broadband, the StreamSaver bundle will cost $15 per month — a discount of at least 35% compared with price of the services purchased separately.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 21 May 2024
The resort has 25 hotels, hundreds of eateries, various ticket options, and extra-special add-ons that run the budgetary gamut from super saver to big spender.
—Tarah Chieffi, Travel + Leisure, 21 May 2024
Additional add-ons available Website 1 of 2 Afternoon Tea at the at Buena Vida Tea Bar and Garden in Santa Monica, California.
—Dorothy Elder, Orange County Register, 20 May 2024
Instead of accomplishing what the company had hoped for — enticing swaths of people who would buy pricey drinks, desserts and other add-on charges or those who would become brand loyalists — the promotion was viewed by many consumers as a challenge, Salera said.
—Marisa Gerber, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2024
Aside from the Premium subscription, Telegram users can buy cosmetic add-ons like interactive emoji and sticker NFTs.
—PCMAG, 20 May 2024
Those, too, are available as add-ons during Ticketmaster checkout or at the Ally East Box Office.
—Brian McCollum, Detroit Free Press, 17 May 2024
New this year is a festival add-on called Bites of the Bay.
—John Metcalfe, The Mercury News, 14 May 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 28 May. 2024.
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