Extension

usgb/ɪkˈstenʃn/
noun

The act of making something larger or longer.

We are planning an extension to our house.
Visual representation of "extension" - The act of making something larger or longer

Often appears as...

  • building extension
  • extension of time
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Physical Change

Used to describe tangible increases in size or length.

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The tailor took my measurements for the jacket extension.
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Project Growth

Refers to the expansion of projects or plans.

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The company announced an extension of the marketing campaign.
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amplificationcontinuationelongateenlargeexpansionlengthenprolongspreadstretch
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