extended

/ɪkˈstɛndɪd/

made longer or larger in size or duration

The hotel offered an extended stay for guests who wanted to explore the city further.

The hotel allowed guests to stay longer than originally planned.

general

made longer or larger in size, duration, or scope

The meeting was extended by an hour to discuss additional agenda items.

The meeting lasted longer than scheduled to cover more topics.

Often used to describe time, space, or capabilities being increased.

general

to stretch out or reach further

The bridge was extended to connect the two islands.

The bridge was lengthened to reach the second island.

Can refer to physical or abstract extensions.

Collocations

extended familyrelatives beyond the immediate familyextended warrantya warranty that covers a product for a longer periodextended staya longer-than-usual period of residence

to make something longer or larger

the act of extending or something that extends

'Extended' is often used to describe time (e.g., extended deadline) or space (e.g., extended reach).

The meaning of 'extended' can vary based on context, so pay attention to the noun it modifies.

From Middle English 'extenden', from Old French 'estendre', from Latin 'extendere' (to stretch out).

Often used in formal and informal contexts to describe increases in time, space, or scope. Can also refer to stretching or reaching further.

ex-

out, thoroughly

prefix

-tend

to stretch

root

-ed

past participle suffix

suffix

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