extender

noun

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ex·tend·er | \ ik-ˈsten-dər

Definition of extender

: one that extends: such as

a : a substance added to a product especially in the capacity of a diluent, adulterant, or modifier

b : an added ingredient used to increase the bulk of a food (such as soup or meat)

Examples of extender in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web There’s also a USB power cable included in the box and an HDMI extender to make attaching the stick to soundbars a little easier. — Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 8 May 2022 He was then restrained by the flight attendant and nearby passengers, using a seatbelt extender and tape, according to the report. — Caitlin Morton, CBS News, 4 May 2022 Designed by Ayro, the OceanWings32 is essentially a range and speed extender. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 22 Mar. 2022 The wireless dongle then plugs into the extender, as well. — Scharon Harding, Ars Technica, 28 Feb. 2022 The least expensive way to increase coverage in a large area is by using a device that will repeat the primary signal, better known as a range extender. — Ken Colburn, The Arizona Republic, 31 Jan. 2022 The Cube has four ports in the back — one HDMI, one microUSB, one IR extender, and one power connector. — Sarah Toscano, EW.com, 18 Dec. 2021 Some systems, such as the EufyCam 2 Pro, come with a hub that can act as a Wi-Fi range extender. — Simon Hill Adrienne So, Wired, 13 Oct. 2021 But Soar’s real differentiator is a powertrain that uses direct combustion of liquid hydrogen as a range extender. — J. George Gorant, Robb Report, 23 Sep. 2021 See More

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