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extent

The correct spelling is extent.

How to pronounce extent

/ɪksˈtɛnt/
noun

IPA: /ɪksˈtɛnt/

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The correct spelling is extent. A range of values or locations. For example: "The extent of his knowledge of the language is a few scattered words."

Usage Examples

The extent of his knowledge of the language is a few scattered words.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A range of values or locations.
  2. 2.The space, area, volume, etc., to which something extends.
  3. 3.A contiguous area of storage in a file system.
  4. 4.The valuation of property.
  5. 5.A writ directing the sheriff to seize the property of a debtor, for the recovery of debts of record due to the Crown.

adjective

  1. 1.Extended.

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