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add-on
[ ad-on, -awn ]
/ ˈædˌɒn, -ˌɔn /
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noun
a device or unit added to equipment or a construction: an add-on to a computer;a nice add-on to an old house.
an extra charge: Add-ons for taxes and tour guide fees boosted the price of the vacation to $2,500.
an additional item, as a rider or provision: This is just another legislative add-on.
anything added on: Our sable faux fur vest is an easy add-on for dressy or casual occasions.
adjective
being installed or provided as an add-on: Add-on packs for this game are just a few dollars.
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Origin of add-on
First recorded in 1945–50; noun and adj. use of verb phrase add on
Words nearby add-on
addlebrained, addled, addlepated, addn., addnl., add-on, address, addressable, address bar, addressee, addressing machine
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British Dictionary definitions for add-on
add-on
noun
a feature that can be added to a standard model or package to give increased benefits
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