Definition of "extent" in English

noun

1. A range of values or locations.

2. The space, area, volume, point, or abstract location, to which something extends.

   • I'm a thoroughgoing pragmatist to the fullest extent of the word.
   • The extent of his knowledge of the language is a few scattered words.

3. (computing) A contiguous area of storage in a file system.

4. The valuation of property.

5. (law) A writ directing the sheriff to seize the property of a debtor, for the recovery of debts of record due to the Crown.

6. A former tent

adjective

1. (obsolete) Extended.