the space or degree to which a thing extends; length, area, volume, or scope

the extent of his lands; to be right to a certain extent.

something extended, as a space; a particular length, area, or volume; something having extension

the limitless extent of the skies.

U.S. Law . a writ, or a levy, by which a debtor's lands are valued and transferred to the creditor, absolutely or for a term of years.

English Law .

Also called writ of extent. a writ to recover debts of a record due to the crown, under which land, property, etc., may be seized.

a seizure made under such a writ.

Logic . extension ( def. 12 ) .

Archaic . assessment or valuation, as of land.

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