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(). [L., fr. exter. See Exterior.] A Latin preposition, denoting beyond, outside of; -- often used in composition as a prefix signifying outside of, beyond, besides, or in addition to what is denoted by the word to which it is prefixed. Ex"tra a.Beyond what is due, usual, expected, or necessary; additional; supernumerary; also, extraordinarily good; superior; as, extra work; extra pay. "By working extra hours." H. Spencer. Ex"tra (), n.; pl. Extras (). Something in addition to what is due, expected, or customary; something in addition to the regular charge or compensation, or for which an additional charge is made; as, at European hotels lights are extras. [Colloq.] Ex"tra (), n. 1. Something in addition to what is due, expected, or customary; esp., an added charge or fee, or something for which an additional charge is made. 2. An edition of a newspaper issued at a time other than the regular one. 3. (Cricket) A run, as from a bye, credited to the general score but not made from a hit. 4. Something of an extra quality or grade. スポンサード リンク
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