extensive
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British pronunciation
/ɛkstˈɛnsɪv/

Definition & Meaning of "extensive"in English

extensive
01

covering a large area

extensive definition and meaning
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The national park had extensive hiking trails, offering visitors the opportunity to explore diverse landscapes and ecosystems.
The garden covered an extensive area, featuring a variety of plants and pathways for visitors to explore.
02

covering a wide range, indicating thoroughness or comprehensiveness

extensive definition and meaning
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She did extensive research for her thesis, reading many books and articles.
The company offers extensive training to all new employees.
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The hurricane caused extensive damage to the coastal town, leaving many homes uninhabitable.
Extensive repairs were needed after the flood, requiring months of work to restore the infrastructure.
04

affecting or involving a wide area or great numbers

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The wildfire led to extensive evacuations, affecting thousands of residents.
The extensive vaccination campaign aimed to immunize the entire population of the country.
05

significantly great in quantity

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She has an extensive collection of rare books from around the world.
She has an extensive wardrobe, with clothes for every occasion imaginable.
06

(of farming practices or agriculture) using large areas of land with minimal labor and resources, leading to lower amounts of crops or agricultural produce per hectare

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Extensive agriculture relies on vast tracts of land to produce crops with minimal labor input.
The farmer 's extensive agricultural methods required less investment in machinery and fertilizers.
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