English dictionary · verb

extend

to cause to cover a larger area; to make longer

Meaning and definitions

1. to cause to cover a larger area; to make longer

Connected roots

• ex-

  out of, from

• tend-

  stretching

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These words share a recorded root connection. A shared root is a learning clue; it does not establish every step in a word’s history.

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  to send goods to another country for sale

• tension

  the state of being stretched tight; mental strain

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  clearly seen or understood; obvious

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  to deny access; to leave out

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  a short journey or trip taken for pleasure

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  fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing

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  to force or throw out violently

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  to cry out suddenly in surprise or emotion

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