Extension

Meaning

the action of extending something; additional time or space

a part that is added to something to make it longer or bigger; an increase in time.

Example Sentences

The professor granted an extension for the assignment deadline.

She asked for an extension on her assignment deadline.

Example Expressions

hair extension

Synonyms

expansion, enlargement, prolongation, continuation, addition

Entry 1

expansion, enlargement, prolongation, continuation

Entry 2

expansion, prolongation, addition, continuation

Antonyms

reduction, contraction, shortening, curtailment

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reduction, contraction, shortening, curtailment

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reduction, contraction

Collocations

file extension, deadline extension, extension cord, extension request, hair extension

Entry 1

file extension, deadline extension, extension cord

Entry 2

extension cord, deadline extension, extension request, hair extension