extension
noun
an act or instance of extending, lengthening, stretching out, or enlarging the scope of something.
extensions
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pluralof extension.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Axons are extensions of nerve cells that allow neurons to communicate with one another.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 14, 2026
Captain Morgan’s labels, meanwhile, have lost “the color and vibrancy and vitality of this brand,” O’Keeffe said, while line extensions like canned Slice Coladas suffer from a diluted master-brand identity:
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 10, 2026
“The pricing volatility and lead-time extensions in this market are arguably worse than the pandemic era,” an executive at a maker of electrical equipment said.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 3, 2026
But the new push of brand extensions is aimed at ensuring the game remains a cultural staple for future generations.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 30, 2026
The most common additions and extensions add notes that are in the scale named by the chord.
From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones
