Online /ɒnˈlaɪn/

The meaning and definition of Online, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

verb

To bring (a system, etc.) online; to promote to an active or running state.

adjective

Of a system: connected (generally electrically) to a larger network.
Available over, or delivered from, the Internet.
“I prefer to read online newspapers.”

adverb

While online; while in a running or active state, or connected to the Internet.
“He works online.”

Antonyms hardcopy offline brick and mortar

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