Étendre
Example: Les Romains ont étendu leur empire sur plusieurs continents.
Definition
"Étendre" means to spread out or expand something over a larger area or range. It often refers to extending influence, territory, or physical coverage, as in the phrase 'Les Romains ont étendu leur empire,' meaning the Romans expanded their empire across multiple continents.
Etymology
The word "étendre" comes from the Latin verb 'extendere,' which combines 'ex-' meaning 'out' and 'tendere' meaning 'to stretch.' Did you know? This root is also the origin of several English words like 'extend' and 'tendon,' all related to the concept of stretching or spreading out.
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