expand
/ɪkˈspænd/
grow, enlarge
📚 Meanings
- 1.
To become or make larger or more extensive in size, amount, scope, or breadth.
"The company plans to expand its operations into new countries."
- 2.
To give a fuller or more detailed account of a topic or idea.
"Could you expand on your previous statement?"
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The company decided to expand its business globally.
The company decided to expand its business globally.
Water expands when it freezes, which is why pipes can burst.
Water expands when it freezes, which is why pipes can burst.
Can you expand a bit more on how the new system will work?
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How do you pronounce expand?
expand is pronounced [/ɪkˈspænd/]. You can hear a native pronunciation on Smoveth.
What does expand mean?
expand means "grow, enlarge". See the meanings and examples higher up on the page for the full picture.
How difficult is expand?
expand is a Intermediate-level word.
Can you give an example sentence with expand?
Example: "The company decided to expand its business globally." — used to mean "grow, enlarge".
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