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)
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Wi-Fi extenders or repeaters (these terms are used interchangeably by manufacturers) are small devices that plug into a spare wall socket, connect to the wireless internet getting beamed out by your router, and extend it.
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Scott Gilbertson, WIRED, 1 Nov. 2024
The first is an all-electric option while the second is a hybrid setup that uses a small combustion engine as a range extender (similar to what Ram is doing with the 1500 Ramcharger).
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 25 Oct. 2024
Driver’s comfort is enhanced with a seat cushion extender, power side bolsters and improved ventilation.
—James Raia, The Mercury News, 29 Sep. 2024
Not only does this extender offer four plug options and four USB ports, but it can also be used as a charging stand to keep your phone, tablet, or headphones at arm's length.
—Wendy Vazquez, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2024
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Scott Gilbertson, WIRED, 1 Nov. 2024
The first is an all-electric option while the second is a hybrid setup that uses a small combustion engine as a range extender (similar to what Ram is doing with the 1500 Ramcharger).
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 25 Oct. 2024
Driver’s comfort is enhanced with a seat cushion extender, power side bolsters and improved ventilation.
—James Raia, The Mercury News, 29 Sep. 2024
Not only does this extender offer four plug options and four USB ports, but it can also be used as a charging stand to keep your phone, tablet, or headphones at arm's length.
—Wendy Vazquez, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2024
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“Extender.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/extender. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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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
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