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    Étendit (en. Stretched out)

    [e.tɑ̃.di]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To enlarge or deploy something.
    He spread the canvas to paint.
    Il a étendu la toile pour peindre.
    To make something wider or more extensive.
    She extended her arms to welcome the child.
    Elle a étendu ses bras pour accueillir l'enfant.
    To take a longer break in an activity.
    He extended his stay in Paris by a few days.
    Il a étendu son séjour à Paris de quelques jours.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'étendre', derived from the Latin 'extendere'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Spread one's wings
    To free oneself, to take flight.
    étendre ses ailes
    To elaborate on a subject
    To speak at length about a subject.
    s'étendre sur un sujet
    To extend the invitation
    To make an invitation to other people.
    étendre l'invitation

    Related Words

    Extended
    Which has been extended, generally referring to space.
    étendu
    Extension
    The act of extending or prolonging.
    extension
    Stretching
    The act of stretching a muscle or tissue.
    étirement

    Slang Meanings

    In law enforcement terms, extending can mean taking liberties with the rules.
    He slightly extended the rules to let his friend pass.
    Il a étendu un peu le règlement pour laisser passer son ami.
    To elaborate on a subject during a discussion has become common jargon.
    During the debate, everyone started to elaborate and say anything.
    Lors du débat, tout le monde s'est mis à s'étendre et à dire n'importe quoi.