online-only
|on-line-on-ly|
B2
🇺🇸
/ˈɒnˌlaɪn ˈoʊnli/
🇬🇧
/ˈɒnˌlaɪn ˈəʊnli/
internet-exclusive
Etymology
Etymology Information
'online-only' originates from the combination of 'online' and 'only', where 'online' refers to being connected to the internet and 'only' signifies exclusivity.
Historical Evolution
The term 'online' evolved from the concept of being connected to a network, while 'only' has been used in English to denote exclusivity for centuries.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'online' referred to being connected to a network, but with the advent of the internet, it evolved to mean being connected to the internet specifically.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
available or accessible exclusively through the internet.
The store offers online-only discounts.
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Last updated: 2025/03/06 04:26