extending

/ɛkˈstɛndɪŋ/ · verb

Meaning

To increase in extent.
To possess a certain extent; to cover an amount of space.
To cause to increase in extent.
To cause to last for a longer period of time.
To straighten (a limb).
To bestow; to offer; to impart; to apply.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

widen(English)broaden(English)expand(English)stretch(English)prolong(English)protract(English)draw out(English)reach out(English)dorsum(English)northwards(English)eastward(English)observation(English)

Descendant words

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Sources

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