Extension
(noun)
- The action or process of extending something.
- An additional part or feature added to something to enlarge or prolong its use.
Origin:
Late middle english: from latin extensio(n-), from the verb extendere (see extend).
Examples:
- The extension of the deadline was granted.
- The company's new product is an extension of the existing line.
- The extension of the building added more office space.
- The phone company offered him an extension on his contract.
- The government announced an extension of the program to help small businesses.