expanders

/ɪkˈspændərz/
noun
  1. Plural of expander; multiple devices or tools used to enlarge or widen things.
    • Shoe expanders come in different shapes to fit various types of footwear.
    • The dental clinic ordered several new palate expanders for young patients.
    • The workshop had a variety of pipe expanders for different tube sizes.
  2. Plural of expander; multiple substances or ingredients added to increase volume or bulk.
    • The bakery avoided artificial expanders, preferring natural leavening agents.
    • Some paint brands use chemical expanders to reduce the cost per gallon.
    • The food manufacturer tested several different expanders to improve the texture of the product.
  3. Plural of expander; multiple people or things that cause growth or extension.
    • The company hired three business expanders to lead its international growth.
    • The grants served as expanders for several community development projects.
    • These software expanders allow the system to handle more users simultaneously.
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