on-site

American  

[on-sahyt, awn-] / ˈɒnˈsaɪt, ˈɔn- /

Or on site

adjective

1. accomplished or located at the site of a particular activity or happening.

   Faculty, staff, and graduate students have two options for on-site childcare.

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adverb

1. on or at a particular site.

   They treated the wounded on-site before putting them on a helicopter for evacuation.

Etymology

Origin of on-site

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

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on-site

Metal mining is energy-intensive, and conventional estimates for its carbon footprint attribute most of its emissions to heavy equipment on-site, as well as diesel transport required to haul ore away.

From Barron's ● Jul. 22, 2026

Part of his strategy was to install gas turbines on-site for power generation, a move that resulted in a lawsuit alleging the company flouted environmental rules.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026

Irranca-Davies said the arrangements are backed by close co-operation with police, including an on-site presence and intelligence sharing, as well as work with security partners across Wales and the UK.

From BBC ● Jul. 17, 2026

Or should they move into a senior living community where they get on-site care along with activities, meals and other support?

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 12, 2026

But I can sell a Permanent Ostrich Enclosure, manufactured on-site to these unique and patented specifications.”

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood