Phrase guide

extra time

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

An additional period played at the end of a game if the score is tied after the standard allocation of time.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: UK, uncountable

Topics: hobbies, lifestyle, sports

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: overtime

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

playing time beyond regulation, to break a tie

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: overtime

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: time period, period of time, period

Narrower terms: extra innings, overtime period, tiebreaker, sudden death

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Translations

1 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Spanish: tiempo extra — overtime