1. To extend in some one direction; to lengthen out; to stretch.
2. To stretch out or extend in all directions; to dilate; to enlarge, as by elasticity of parts; to inflate so as to produce tension; to cause to swell.
1. To become larger in size or volume or quantity.
2. To extend in one or more directions; SYN. spread out.
3. To make bigger or wider in size, volume, or quantity.
1. To expand the influence of; SYN. expand.
2. To increase in quantity or bulk by adding a cheaper substance; SYN. stretch.
3. To make available; provide; SYN. offer.
4. To open or straighten out; unbend.
5. To prolong the time allowed for payment of.
6. To reach outward in space; SYN. stick out, poke out, reach out.
1. To become longer by being stretched and pulled
2. To extend one's body or limbs; SYN. stretch out.
3. To extend one's limbs or muscles, or the entire body; SYN. extend.
4. To extend the scope or meaning of; often unduly:
5. To pull in opposite directions
6. To occupy a large, elongated area; SYN. stretch along.
7. To lie down comfortably; SYN. stretch out.