extend

US /ɪkˈstend/

UK /ɪkˈstend/

make (something) longer or wider

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We plan to extend the kitchen by two meters.

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The bridge will be extended to reach the other side of the river.

offer or give something to someone

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They decided to extend an invitation to all their neighbors.

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The company will extend credit to qualified customers.

stretch out (a hand or foot)

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He extended his hand to shake mine.

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The cat extended its claws.