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
Liberty Home Guard provides more plan flexibility and over 40 add-on options for customized coverage.
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Jamela Adam, USA Today, 11 May 2026
That science is reshaping resorts from Colorado to Iceland, where hydrotherapy is no longer an add-on but the centerpiece of the stay.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 9 May 2026
The result is a product positioned as an accessory — something that complements a fashion look rather than serving as a traditional beauty add-on.
—Advertorial, Footwear News, 8 May 2026
Private spa suites for couples or solo deep-immersion sessions are another marker that the property treats wellness as a discipline rather than a hotel add-on.
—Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 6 May 2026
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Jamela Adam, USA Today, 11 May 2026
That science is reshaping resorts from Colorado to Iceland, where hydrotherapy is no longer an add-on but the centerpiece of the stay.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 9 May 2026
The result is a product positioned as an accessory — something that complements a fashion look rather than serving as a traditional beauty add-on.
—Advertorial, Footwear News, 8 May 2026
Private spa suites for couples or solo deep-immersion sessions are another marker that the property treats wellness as a discipline rather than a hotel add-on.
—Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 6 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for add-on
Noun
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Accessibility for those with mobility issues There is disabled access, and accessible room options within the Manor House, Walled Garden and Woodland Cottages.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 May 2026
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But with writing feeling like less of a career option than ever, continuing to run the supply yard seemed to be my only choice.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 May 2026
Noun
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This Mosis padded laptop sleeve, $22, comes with a separate zippered carrying case that can hold your charging cables and accessories, like USB flash drives or external hard drives.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
17 May 2026
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Louis Vuitton has a rich history of crafting accessories for the adventure-ready, but its roots in jewelry are relatively new compared with other maisons.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
17 May 2026
Noun
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The outdoor kitchen features a stone base and a stainless steel grill flanked by appliances.—
Libby Monteith Minor,
Southern Living,
15 May 2026
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In truth, father and son make a living selling low-cost appliances at local street markets.—
Carlos Aguilar,
IndieWire,
15 May 2026
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“Add-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/add-on. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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