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
First American Home Warranty offers three coverage tiers, and the add-on option makes each plan almost customizable.
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Sharon Brandwein, USA Today, 6 Feb. 2026
Guests can add-on the Assorted Small Quesadilla Platter (serves 10), Small Burrito Platter (serves 5), Southwest Salad (serves 10), and more.
—Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Feb. 2026
Geico Auto Insurance Learn More Policy highlights Geico offers 16 discounts and a variety of optional add-ons, such as emergency roadside assistance, rental car reimbursement and mechanical breakdown insurance.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 4 Feb. 2026
The add-on can range widely, from a $50-per-day single supplement on a 10-day Rick Steves tour to a full 200% of the stateroom cost on a Royal Caribbean cruise.
—Amelia Edelman, NPR, 4 Feb. 2026
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Sharon Brandwein, USA Today, 6 Feb. 2026
Guests can add-on the Assorted Small Quesadilla Platter (serves 10), Small Burrito Platter (serves 5), Southwest Salad (serves 10), and more.
—Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Feb. 2026
Geico Auto Insurance Learn More Policy highlights Geico offers 16 discounts and a variety of optional add-ons, such as emergency roadside assistance, rental car reimbursement and mechanical breakdown insurance.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 4 Feb. 2026
The add-on can range widely, from a $50-per-day single supplement on a 10-day Rick Steves tour to a full 200% of the stateroom cost on a Royal Caribbean cruise.
—Amelia Edelman, NPR, 4 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for add-on
Noun
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For people who like to drink a glass or two of milk a day and may have cardiovascular concerns, lower-fat dairy may be a better option.—
Madeline Holcombe,
CNN Money,
9 Feb. 2026
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Then, as Musk has been prone to do, the former presidential adviser disregarded much of his previous explanation and said that building a civilization on Mars was still an option, just that building on the Moon is SpaceX’s current priority.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Feb. 2026
Noun
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As for accessories, Bad Bunny wore matching cream gloves and a Royal Oak timepiece from Audemars Piguet.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
9 Feb. 2026
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That mindset led me to these smart anti-theft accessories and safety devices from Amazon.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Like any other appliance, ice makers need regular cleaning to stay in top form.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
13 Feb. 2026
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It's equipped with an induction cooktop, a sink, a dishwasher, and cabinetry, plus space for additional appliances.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Add-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/add-on. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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