Meaning & Definition of word "Extend"

Extend

/ɪkˈstɛnd/

verb:

  • 1. To make longer in time, duration, or space.
    • Example: She decided to extend her vacation by a few days.
  • 2. To offer or provide something.
    • Example: They extended an invitation to the wedding to all their friends.
  • 3. To increase in scope or range.
    • Example: The school plans to extend its programs to include more extracurricular activities.
  • 4. To stretch out toward a point or area.
    • Example: He extended his arm to reach for the book on the top shelf.
  • 5. To prolong or intensify an action.
    • Example: The manager decided to extend the deadline for the project submission.

Etymology

Middle English, from Old French 'estendre' or directly from Latin 'extendere' (to stretch out)

Common Phrases and Expressions

extend an olive branch:

to make a gesture of peace or reconciliation

extend a hand:

to offer assistance

extend beyond:

to reach further than or go beyond certain limits

Related Words

extension:

the act of extending or the state of being extended

extensible:

able to be extended

extensive:

covering a large area; having a wide scope

Slang Meanings of extend

Meaning: to prolong an event or situation

Example Sentence: We decided to extend the party until midnight.

Meaning: to increase the duration of a break or rest

Example Sentence: Can we extend lunch to an hour?