伸(の)すto stretch, to extend, to lengthen, to spread

う-verb (す), Intransitive verb

1. 1.

   to stretch, to extend, to lengthen, to spread

   Usually written using kana alone

2. 2.

   to gain influence, to become stronger, to increase (e.g. in scope)

   Usually written using kana alone

3. 3.

   to go further, to extend one's journey

   Usually written using kana alone

う-verb (す), Transitive verb

1. 4.

   to smooth out, to roll out, to spread out (something folded)

   Usually written using kana alone

2. 5.

   to iron out (creases)

   Usually written using kana alone, also written 熨す

3. 6.

   to knock out, to knock down

   Usually written using kana alone