fieldextension
nounUK /ˈfiːld ɪkˌstɛnʃən/
US /ˈfiːld ɪkˌstɛnʃən/
A field extension is a bigger set of numbers made by adding new numbers to a smaller set.
The real numbers form a field extension of the rational numbers.
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2. In computing, a field extension is extra space added to a data field to hold more characters.
The database uses a field extension to store longer names.
3. In farming, a field extension is an added area of land joined to an existing field.
The farmer bought a field extension to grow more corn.
4. In education, a field extension is an extra outdoor activity added to a school program.
The science class enjoyed a field extension at the nature reserve.