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The definition of extend

13 Definitions of: extend

    1. verb, to draw out or be drawn out; stretch
    2. verb, to last for a certain time
    3. verb, to reach a certain point in time or distance
    4. verb, to exist or occur
    5. verb, to increase (a building, etc) in size or area; add to or enlarge
    6. verb, to broaden the meaning or scope of
    7. verb, to put forth, present, or offer
    8. verb, to stretch forth (an arm, etc)
    9. verb, to lay out (a body) at full length
    10. verb, to strain or exert (a person or animal) to the maximum
    11. verb, to prolong (the time originally set) for payment of (a debt or loan), completion of (a task), etc
    12. verb, book-keeping a) to carry forward b) to calculate the amount of (a total, balance, etc)
    13. verb, law (formerly in England) to value or assess (land)
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Synonyms: diversify, reach, stretch, continue, carry on, unfurl, straighten out, unroll, last, go on And more...
Antonyms: reduce, shorten, withdraw
 

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