extension
Translation
extension, prolongation, expansion, annexe
Examples
He asked for an extension on his project.
He asked for an extension on his project.
We are building an extension to our house.
We are building an extension to our house.
What's your phone extension?
What's your phone extension?
This is an extension of our previous work.
This is an extension of our previous work.
Grammar Patterns
((an extension on sth.)) a longer period of time for sth. He asked for an extension on his project.
((an extension to sth.)) a new part added to a building We are building an extension to our house.
((phone extension)) an internal telephone line What's your phone extension?
((an extension of sth.)) a part that develops from sth. This is an extension of our previous work.
Similar Words
Etymology
From Latin 'extensionem', from 'extendere' (to stretch out). The act of stretching out.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'extension' cord used to make a cable longer. It's the noun form of 'extend'.