1. to stretch; to extend; to lengthen; to spread (Usually kana)

2. to gain influence; to become stronger; to increase (e.g. in scope) (Usually kana)

3. to go further; to extend one's journey (Usually kana)

4. to smooth out; to roll out; to spread out (something folded) (Usually kana)

5. to iron out (creases) (Usually kana, also written 熨す)

6. to knock out; to knock down (Usually kana)