Online
Example: The service is available online through the website
Definition
"Online" refers to being connected to or available through a computer or computer network, especially the internet. It describes services, activities, or information accessible via electronic devices, such as websites, applications, or digital platforms.
Etymology
The word "online" originated in the mid-20th century, combining "on" and "line" to describe devices connected by a communication line. It gained popularity with the rise of computer networks and the internet, evolving to mean anything accessible through digital connections.
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"Online" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 3", containing 116 commonly used words.
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