extended range

Expanded operational distance

Extended range describes capability beyond normal limits, especially distance or scope.

An extended-range electric vehicle travels farther on a single charge.

Extended-range missiles reach targets beyond standard armaments.

In music, extended-range instruments have additional notes beyond conventional tuning—a seven-string guitar or five-string bass.

The term implies enhanced performance through design modification.

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distance/reach

extended rangelimited range

Restricted extent of operation

short range · close range · point-blank · near-field

capability enhancement

extended rangebaseline

Standard for comparison

scope/coverage

extended rangetight tolerances

Family

range, extend, arrangement, extension

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