enlarge

/ɪnˈlɑrdʒ/
verb
  1. To make something bigger in size, amount, or capacity.
    • The photographer will enlarge the picture to hang on the wall.
    • We need to enlarge the kitchen to fit a larger table.
    • The city plans to enlarge the park by adding a new playground.
  2. To become bigger or more extensive.
    • Her collection of stamps began to enlarge after she joined the club.
    • The company's profits continue to enlarge each year.
    • As the river flows downstream, it enlarges from the joining of tributaries.
  3. To say or write more about something; to elaborate.
    • Could you enlarge upon your proposal during the meeting?
    • The speaker will enlarge on the topic of climate change in the next session.
    • The author enlarges on the theme of friendship in the final chapter.
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