to extend / to spread
verb/iʃ.tẽ.ˈdeɾ/high
es·ten·der
Definition
To make larger in surface area or length; to unfold or widen something; to offer or give; to prolong in time.
Let's spread the towel on the grass for the picnic.
The president decided to extend the invitation to all members.
Common collocations
to spread a towelto extend a handto extend a deadlineto stretch out
Idiomatic expressions
- to extend an olive branch (to offer peace)
- to extend one's reach (to increase influence)
Etymology
Do latim 'extendere'.