Words / B1

ik-STEND/ɪkˈstend/

To extend is to make something longer, larger, or last longer: extend a visa / a deadline / a building. Expand is grow in size, number, or importance (a company expands). Stretch is more physical. Extension is the noun: apply for an extension. Extended is a useful adjective: an extended warranty. Extend an invitation is a formal way to invite.

Meaning

To make something longer, larger, or last for more time.

Examples

• “They plan to extend the library next year.”
• “They extended the library by two rooms.”
• “Could we extend the deadline until Friday?”

Good to know

extend a visa / deadline / building. Grow in number: expand. Noun: extension. Formal: extend an invitation.

Near in meaning

lengthen

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