extender

noun

ex·​tend·​er ik-ˈsten-dər 

: 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

The new feeder’s Wi-Fi capabilities are also extended using an external antenna, so Birdfy claims it can be installed far from a home in a large yard without the need for additional signal extenders. —Andrew Liszewski, The Verge, 20 Apr. 2026

Clean Ceiling Fans One of the most difficult spots in the house to clean is a little easier with a Swiffer with the extender. —Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2026

This dual-band range extender supports AC1900 speeds and can help eliminate dead zones in spaces like bedrooms, garages, or outdoor areas. —Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 10 Apr. 2026

This weatherproof perch extender gives larger birds more room to land and feed, encouraging a wider variety of species. —Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1529, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for extender

• bartender
• contender
• defender
• engender
• offender
• pretender
• provender
• surrender
• suspender
• transgender
• bender
• blender

Kids Definition

extender

noun

ex·​tend·​er ik-ˈsten-dər 

: something added to something else especially to make it go farther

meat extenders

Medical Definition

extender

noun

ex·​tend·​er ik-ˈsten-dər 

1

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

2

: expander