Kailee has learned the word "kitty," but she uses this word when she is referring to cats,bunnies,squirrels,and other small furry animals.What does this example illustrate

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Overextension is the tendency to apply a word to other objects or entities that share some characteristics with the original object or entity. In this case, Kailee is using the word "kitty" to refer to animals other than cats, which shows overextension.

Kailee Has Learned the Word "Kitty," but She Uses This