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
Chinese coffee shop Mandarin Coffee Stand made a similar announcement on Instagram last week and took optional cream top add-ons off the menu on Sunday.
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Lauren Ng, Los Angeles Times, 6 June 2025
After years of using an upscaling add-on for my HDMI cable to get better image quality from my Switch 1, this was an especially appreciated bonus.
—Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 5 June 2025
Amazon Prime occasionally offers a seven-day free trial of its Max add-on.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
Optional add-ons include Cancel For Any Reason and Interruption for Any Reason (IFAR) coverage and protection for rental cars, sports equipment and event tickets.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 29 May 2025
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Lauren Ng, Los Angeles Times, 6 June 2025
After years of using an upscaling add-on for my HDMI cable to get better image quality from my Switch 1, this was an especially appreciated bonus.
—Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 5 June 2025
Amazon Prime occasionally offers a seven-day free trial of its Max add-on.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
Optional add-ons include Cancel For Any Reason and Interruption for Any Reason (IFAR) coverage and protection for rental cars, sports equipment and event tickets.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 29 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for add-on
Noun
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With its future coverage options limited, Michigan State created a captive insurance company, Lysander Series, to provide general liability coverage.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
9 June 2025
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If finding indoor shelter is not an option: Steer clear of open fields, hilltops, or ridge tops.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
9 June 2025
Noun
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Trophies and rings are the renowned physical marks of success in American sports, but there’s an accessory that has become just as prevalent in championship-winning locker rooms as the shine of platinum or gold: ‘champagne goggles’.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
8 June 2025
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In February, Scott pleaded guilty to a felony charge of being an accessory after the fact in the crime.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
6 June 2025
Noun
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If time permits, disconnect utilities and appliances.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
7 June 2025
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These super-computing facilities have become an important component of modern life, powering everything from smart home appliances to social media to AI chatbots.—
Thomas Grizzetti,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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“Add-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/add-on. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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