expansion — the action of becoming larger or more extensive
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the action of becoming larger or more extensive
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪkˈspænʃən/
Korean meaning: 확장, 팽창, 확대
Korean pronunciation: 익**스팬**션
Example Sentences
- The pizza restaurant's expansion included a drive-thru window for hungry drivers.
- The university announced its expansion plans to build more dormitories.
- His belly showed clear signs of expansion after the holiday feast.
expansion
NOUN//ɪkˈspænʃən//
the action of becoming larger or more extensive
the action of becoming larger or more extensive
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Origin
From Latin 'expandere', formed by combining 'ex-' (out) and 'pandere' (to spread or stretch). The word entered English through Old French and has been used since the 16th century.
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“The pizza restaurant's expansion included a drive-thru window for hungry drivers.”
“The university announced its expansion plans to build more dormitories.”
“His belly showed clear signs of expansion after the holiday feast.”
“The company's global expansion created thousands of new jobs.”
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