add-on

[ ad-on, -awn ]
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noun
  1. a device or unit added to equipment or a construction: an add-on to a computer;a nice add-on to an old house.

  2. an extra charge: Add-ons for taxes and tour guide fees boosted the price of the vacation to $2,500.

  1. an additional item, as a rider or provision: This is just another legislative add-on.

  2. anything added on: Our sable faux fur vest is an easy add-on for dressy or casual occasions.

adjective
  1. being installed or provided as an add-on: Add-on packs for this game are just a few dollars.

Origin of add-on

1
First recorded in 1945–50; noun and adj. use of verb phrase add on

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British Dictionary definitions for add-on

add-on

noun
  1. a feature that can be added to a standard model or package to give increased benefits

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