broad

/brɔd/
noun
  1. A wide part of something.
    • The broad of the leaf helps the plant capture sunlight.
    • The broad of the blade was decorated with intricate engravings.
    • He measured the broad of the plank before cutting it.
adjective
  1. Wide in extent from side to side; having great width.
    • The river was too broad to swim across safely.
    • She wore a hat with a broad brim to shield her face from the sun.
    • The broad highway stretched for miles across the flat plains.
  2. Including a wide range of things; general or comprehensive.
    • The course offers a broad overview of world history.
    • The term 'animal' has a very broad meaning that includes insects and mammals.
    • He has a broad knowledge of music, from classical to jazz.
  3. Strongly noticeable; obvious or clear.
    • There was a broad difference between the two candidates' plans.
    • The actor's broad accent made his character seem more authentic.
    • She gave him a broad hint that she wanted a birthday party.
  4. Tolerant and liberal in outlook; not narrow-minded.
    • A broad-minded person accepts that others may have different beliefs.
    • Her broad views on education allowed for many different teaching methods.
    • The community is known for its broad and inclusive attitude.
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