extra
1ex·tra
adj \ˈek-strə\Definition of EXTRA
1
a : more than is due, usual, or necessary : additional <extra work> b : subject to an additional charge <dessert is extra>
2
: superior <extra quality>
Examples of EXTRA
- a sandwich with extra mayonnaise
- She got a part-time job to earn some extra money.
- He gave us an extra week to finish the job.
- There's no extra charge for breakfast.
Origin of EXTRA
probably short for extraordinary
First Known Use: 1757
Related to EXTRA
Related Words: accessory, additional, supplemental, supplementary; de trop, dispensable, extraneous, gratuitous, needless, nonessential, uncalled-for, unessential, unnecessary, unneeded, unwanted; abundant, ample, bountiful, copious, plenteous, plentiful
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