Extend
(verb)
- To make something longer or wider in one or more directions.
- To make something last for a longer time.
- To offer or make available something to someone.
- To spread or reach out in a particular direction.
- To increase the scope or range of something.
Origin:
Late middle english: from latin extendere, from ex- "out" + tendere "stretch".
Examples:
- He extended his hand in greeting.
- The company extended the deadline.
- The organization extended its services to include more people.
- The city extended the sidewalk to make it safer for pedestrians.
- She extended her stay in the country.