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Extensively Definition & Meaning

extensively
adverb
  1. in a widespread way; "oxidation ponds are extensively used for sewage treatment in the Midwest"

"Extensively" in song lyrics

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  • "clean the colon extensively"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does extensively mean?
in a widespread way; "oxidation ponds are extensively used for sewage treatment in the Midwest"
What part of speech is extensively?
Extensively is an adverb.

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