: 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
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Noun
a blow-dryer that comes with a couple of add-ons for people who are serious about styling their hair
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Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 5 Nov. 2024
Tickets for the show, which runs Nov. 29-Jan. 4, 2025, are on sale now for $45, with add-ons available.
—John Wenzel, The Denver Post, 4 Nov. 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
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Noun
There’s a lot of add-on costs that come with the purchase of an artwork, which are also being more carefully considered with each purchase.
—Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 5 Nov. 2024
Tickets for the show, which runs Nov. 29-Jan. 4, 2025, are on sale now for $45, with add-ons available.
—John Wenzel, The Denver Post, 4 Nov. 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
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“Add-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/add-on. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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