extendable
Definition
Adjective: 1. Capable of being lengthened or made longer: Describes an object or device that can have its length increased, often through a sliding or telescoping mechanism. 2. Capable of being extended in scope, meaning, or time: Describes something (like a concept, deadline, or agreement) that can be broadened, prolonged, or stretched.
Usage
The adjective "extendable" directly modifies a noun to describe its potential for lengthening or prolongation. It is often used in technical, practical, and formal contexts.
Examples
- Physical Lengthening:
- The tripod has extendable legs for adjusting the camera height.
- We bought an extendable hose to reach the far corners of the garden.
- Non-Physical Prolongation:
- The contract includes an extendable clause, allowing for another year of service.
- She was granted an extendable visa for her research work.
Advanced Usage
- "extendable to": Used to indicate the scope or range to which something can be lengthened or applied.
- The theory is extendable to a wide variety of social phenomena.
- In computing, an extendable system or language is one designed to allow for the addition of new features or capabilities.
Variants and Related Words
- Extensible (adj): Often used interchangeably with "extendable," especially in computing and design, to describe something that can be expanded or enhanced.
- The software has an extensible architecture for plugins.
- Extend (v): The root verb meaning to lengthen, enlarge, or prolong.
- Extension (n): The act of extending or the state of being extended; a part that is added to something to enlarge or prolong it.
- We built an extension on the house.
Synonyms
- Expandable: Capable of being increased in size, volume, or scope.
- Prolongable: Capable of being extended in duration.
- Stretchable: Capable of being stretched, especially elastically.
- Telescopic: Consisting of sections that slide into one another, allowing for lengthening and shortening.
Antonyms
- Fixed: Not subject to change or extension.
- Non-extendable: Not capable of being extended.
- Rigid: Incapable of bending or being stretched.
Adjective
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capable of being lengthened
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