extended

American  

[ik-sten-did] / ɪkˈstɛn dɪd /

adjective

1. stretched out.

   extended wires.

2. continued or prolonged.

   extended efforts.

3. spread out.

   extended flags.

4. widespread or extensive; having extension or spatial magnitude.

   extended treatment of a subject.

5. outstretched.

   extended arms.

6. Printing. expanded.

7. of or relating to a meaning of a word other than its original or primary meaning.

   an extended sense.

8. Manège.

   1. (of a moving horse) noting an elongated pose in which the legs reach out from the body, the chin is out from the chest, etc.

   2. (of the gait of a horse) characterized by long, low, usually fast strides.

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extended British  

/ ɪkˈstɛndɪd /

adjective

1. stretched out in time, space, influence, application, etc

2. (of a horse's pace) free-moving and with long steps

   an extended trot

3. printing another word for expanded

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Other Word Forms

• extendedly adverb
• extendedness noun
• nonextended adjective
• unextended adjective
• unextendedly adverb

Etymology

Origin of extended

First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English; extend + -ed ²

Example Sentences

Researchers considered it a promising option because it can promote alertness for extended periods without significantly disrupting later sleep.

From Science Daily

The dollar extended its winning streak to three consecutive quarters in the first three months of the year.

From The Wall Street Journal

Carrick's view is if the basics are right and training hits the right levels, the intent provides more value than extended practice.

From BBC

—Gold prices extended gains, climbing back above $4,700 a troy ounce.

From The Wall Street Journal

In animal models, it improved energy metabolism and extended lifespan.

From Science Daily

Related Words

• continued
• drawn-out
• lengthy
• protracted