Meaning of the word extensions in English

What does extensions mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

extensions

US /ɪkˈstɛnʃənz/
UK /ɪkˈstɛnʃənz/

Plural Noun

1.

additional parts that make something longer or larger

Example:
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The house needs some extensions to accommodate the growing family.
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She bought hair extensions to add volume and length to her natural hair.
2.

additional time given to someone to do something

Example:
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The students requested extensions for their assignments.
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We were granted two-week extensions on our visa.
3.

software programs that add extra features to a web browser or other application

Example:
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I installed several useful extensions on my browser.
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Some browser extensions can improve productivity.