Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pay-for
adjective
/peɪ fɔːr/

Definition
Pay-for refers to a model or system where a user must pay a fee to access a service, product, or content.

Examples
- Many online services have a pay-for subscription model.
- Some software offers a pay-for version with additional features.
- The magazine operates on a pay-for basis, meaning readers need a subscription to access its articles.

Meaning
It indicates that something isn’t free and requires payment to obtain or use.

Synonyms
- subscription-based
- fee-based
- premium