extend

ex-tend · verb

imported

Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    To make something longer or larger in space.

  2. 2.

    To make something last longer in time.

  3. 3.

    To stretch out in a particular direction.

  4. 4.

    To offer or provide something to someone.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    Extend an invitation — To invite someone.
  • •
    Extend a hand — To offer help or friendship.
  • •
    Extend credit — To allow someone to pay later.

Related words

Antonyms: contract, reduce, shorten
See also: extended, extension, extensive
Synonyms: expand, lengthen, prolong, stretch

Etymology

From Latin extendere meaning "to stretch out," from ex- meaning "out" and tendere meaning "to stretch."