extras
|ex-tras|
B1
/ˈɛkstrəz/
(extra)
additional
Etymology
Etymology Information
'extra' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'extra,' meaning 'outside' or 'beyond.'
Historical Evolution
'extra' was adopted into English from Latin without significant change.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'outside' or 'beyond,' but over time it evolved to mean 'additional' or 'more than usual.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
additional items or services that are not included in the basic package or offering.
The hotel room came with several extras, like free breakfast and a spa voucher.
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Noun 2
people who appear in a film or television show in a non-speaking or background role.
The movie required hundreds of extras to fill the stadium scene.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39