expansion
word
Definition
The action of becoming larger or increasing in size, amount, or importance. It can refer to a physical, economic, or abstract increase.
Usage & Nuances
Common in business, science, technology, and general growth. Used with 'of': 'expansion of the company'. Often contrasts with 'contraction'. Not typically used for people growing.
Spanish: expansiónPortuguese (BR): expansãoPortuguese (PT): expansãoChinese (Simplified): 扩展 - 扩大Chinese (Traditional): 擴展 - 擴大Hindi: विस्तारArabic: توسيعBengali: বিস্তার - সম্প্রসারণRussian: расширениеJapanese: 拡大 - 拡張Vietnamese: sự mở rộngKorean: 확장Turkish: genişleme - yayılmaUrdu: توسیعIndonesian: perluasan - ekspansi
Example Sentences
The expansion of the city created more jobs.
basic
There has been a big expansion in technology.
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The company announced its expansion into new markets.
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Our rapid expansion has surprised everyone in the industry.
natural
After the expansion, the office felt much more spacious.
natural
We’re planning a major expansion next year, so get ready!
natural