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    Étendu (en. Extended)

    /e.tɑ̃.dy/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    That is stretched out, covering a large surface.
    The field is stretched as far as the eye can see.
    Le champ est étendu à perte de vue.
    Refers to a person who is lying down or reclined.
    He is stretched out on the couch.
    Il est étendu sur le canapé.
    Refers to a concept or idea that is developed or amplified.
    His explanation was extensive and very clear.
    Son explication était étendue et très claire.

    Etymology

    Derived from the verb 'to stretch', originating from the Latin 'extendere'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be stretched out on a subject
    Having addressed a subject in depth.
    être étendu sur un sujet
    extensive work
    Work that extends over a long period or on a large scale.
    travail étendu
    stretched across
    To stretch over a distance between two points.
    étendu à travers

    Related Words

    to stretch
    Action of making something wider or longer.
    étendre
    extent
    Surface or area covered by something.
    étendue
    spread out
    Arranged in a way that occupies space.
    étalé

    Slang Meanings

    To lounge
    After a long day, I stretched out on the bed.
    Après une longue journée, je me suis étendu sur le lit.
    To stroll
    He loves to spend his time stretched out on the beach.
    Il aime passer son temps étendu sur la plage.