To extend by natural development. Also figurative and in figurative contexts. transitive (reflexive) in senses 7a(a) 7a(b).

†reflexive (obsolete) and intransitive (rarely passive) To have a specified extent in space; to be continuous to a certain point, or over a…

reflexive and intransitive for reflexive. To stretch or continue for a specified distance; to reach, be continuous, to or towards a certain point…

intransitive. figurative. To extend; to spread (in various directions); to grow in complexity or range.