stretch

Definition

  • n. a large and unbroken expanse or distance
  • n. a straightaway section of a racetrack
  • n. exercise designed to extend the limbs and muscles to their full extent
  • n. extension to or beyond the ordinary limit

Word forms

Past tense
stretched
Present participle
stretching
Past participle
stretched
Third person singular
stretches

Example sentences

  1. n.

    We walked for a long stretch along the beach.

  2. a.

    The fabric of this shirt is very stretchy, making it comfortable to wear.

  3. vt.

    He tried to stretch the truth to make his story sound better.

  4. vi.

    After sitting for a long time, I like to stretch my legs.

  5. 計

    The software allows you to stretch the image without losing quality.