extended

/ɛkstˈɛndɪd/

/ɪkˈstɛndəd/, /ɪkˈstɛndɪd/

extended

relatively long in duration; tediously protracted

synonyms : drawn-out

fully extended or stretched forth

antonyms : unextended

beyond the literal or primary sense

large in spatial extent or range or scope or quantity

synonyms : extensive

drawn out or made longer spatially

synonyms : elongated

Examples

1. Due to the economic downturn, many people are finding themselves on the dole for extended periods.

2. So extended use is one thing.

3. Check the extended notes.

4. I got an extended holiday