extension (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ɪkˈstenʃən/

Definition

The act of extending something or the state of being extended; a further period of time or a larger area.

Examples

• The company announced an extension of its services into new markets.

• She requested an extension on her essay deadline due to illness.

• The new wing of the museum is a significant extension to the original building.

How to Use extension

extension of (prepositional phrase)

A further period of time or a larger area added to something. — "The extension of the subway line will improve public transport."

extension to (prepositional phrase)

Something added to an existing structure or system. — "The new extension to the hospital will provide more beds."

grant an extension (collocation)

To officially allow someone more time or space. — "The judge granted an extension for filing the legal documents."

request an extension (collocation)

To ask for more time or space. — "She had to request an extension on her loan repayment."

Synonyms of extension

Words with a similar meaning to extension:

• prolongation
• expansion
• addition
• stretch

Antonyms of extension

Words with the opposite meaning to extension:

• contraction
• reduction
• shortening

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