Meaning & Definition of word "Extra"

Extra

/ˈɛk.strə/

noun:

  • 1. A person or thing that is not essential but adds to the overall effect.
    • Example: The director hired several extras for the crowd scene.
  • 2. An additional item or feature.
    • Example: Please include an extra for dessert on the menu.

adjective:

  • 1. More than is usual, expected, or necessary.
    • Example: She brought an extra sweater in case it got cold.
  • 2. Unusual or exceptional.
    • Example: The movie had some extra scenes that were not in the original release.
  • 3. Additional or supplementary.
    • Example: They charged an extra fee for the late checkout.

adverb:

  • 1. To an extreme degree; excessively.
    • Example: She was extra careful while crossing the busy street.

Etymology

Late Latin 'extra,' meaning 'outside' or 'beyond.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

extra mile:

To make an additional effort to achieve something.

extra credit:

Points added to a score for doing additional work.

extra baggage:

Unnecessary items or emotional weight one carries.

Related Words

extras:

Minor actors in a play or film.

extraterrestrial:

Relating to or denoting beings or events outside the Earth.

Slang Meanings of extra

Meaning: Overly dramatic or attempting to draw attention.

Example Sentence: Don't be so extra; just calm down.

Meaning: Someone who is needy or requires excessive attention.

Example Sentence: She's really extra when it comes to relationships.