extend

B1
Pronunciation
/ɛkˈstɛnd/
Verb
10 definition(s)
1 Definition

To increase in extent.

2 Definition

To possess a certain extent; to cover an amount of space.

Example Sentences
  • The desert extended for miles in all directions.
3 Definition

To cause to increase in extent.

4 Definition

To cause to last for a longer period of time.

5 Definition

To straighten (a limb).

6 Definition

To bestow; to offer; to impart; to apply.

Example Sentences
  • to extend credit to a valued customer
7 Definition

To increase in quantity by weakening or adulterating additions.

8 Definition

To value, as lands taken by a writ of extent in satisfaction of a debt; to assign by writ of extent.

9 Definition

Of a class: to be an extension or subtype of, or to be based on, a prototype or a more abstract class.

Synonyms
inherit
Example Sentences
  • The classes Person and Dog extend the class Animal.
10 Definition

To reenlist for a further period.