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ex·ten·sion

extension

 
 
pronunciation:
ihk sten shn
features:
Word Combinations (noun)
part of speech: noun
definition 1: something that makes another thing larger or longer; addition.
They are building an extension to the old school building.
synonyms:
addition
similar words:
accessory, branch, part, piece
definition 2: an extra amount of time.
The teacher gave her an extension on her homework.
antonyms:
contraction
definition 3: an extra telephone line connected to the main line.
Dial the number for the office and ask for Mr. Swan's extension.
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derivations: extensional (adj.), extensionality (n.)