Stretched or pulled out: an extended telescope. 2. Continued for a long period of time; protracted: had an extended vacation in the Alps. 3. Enlarged or broad in meaning, scope, or influence: an extended sense of the word honest. American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.
If something happens for an extended period of time, it happens for a long period of time. Any child who receives dedicated teaching over an extended period is likely to improve. 2. See also extend
Definition of extended adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
to enlarge the area, scope, or application of: [~ + object] The military powers extended their authority. [no object] Their authority extended into foreign countries.
extended (comparative more extended, superlative most extended) Longer in length or extension; elongated. Stretched out or pulled out; expanded. After 46 years of service, Hunterston B nuclear power plant in North Ayrshire closed on January 7.
Their influence extends well beyond their immediate circle of friends. The organization soon extended [= reached] across the country. His popularity extends from coast to coast.
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