expansion
/ɪkˈspænʃən/
noun
- The act or process of becoming larger in size, volume, or scope.
- Scientists study the expansion of the universe to understand its origins.
- The company announced a major expansion of its factory to meet growing demand.
- The expansion of the city has led to more traffic and new neighborhoods.
- A detailed explanation or elaboration of a topic or idea.
- The professor asked for an expansion of the student's thesis statement.
- The speaker gave a brief expansion of the main points from the report.
- Her essay included an expansion on the economic effects of climate change.
- A product or service that adds new features or content to an existing one, especially in software or gaming.
- The software expansion includes advanced editing features for professionals.
- The new expansion for the game adds three new characters and a new map.
- I bought the expansion pack to unlock additional levels and tools.
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