coextend

[ koh-ik-stend ]

verb (used with or without object)

1. to extend equally through the same space or duration.

coextend

/ ˌkəʊɪkˈstɛnd /

verb

1. to extend or cause to extend equally in space or time

Derived Forms

• ˌcoexˈtension, noun

Other Words From

• co·ex·ten·sion [koh-ik-, sten, -sh, uh, n], noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of coextend¹

First recorded in 1610–20; co- + extend

Example Sentences

Imlac explained to them the principles upon which the pyramidal form was chosen for a fabrick, intended to coextend its duration with that of the world: he showed, that its gradual diminution gave it such stability, as defeated all the common attacks of the elements, and could scarcely be overthrown by earthquakes themselves, the least resistible of natural violence.

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One or two rubbers might coextend in duration with an evening.

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