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expanded

/ɛkˈspændɪd/

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To change (something) from a smaller form and/or size to a larger one; to spread out or lay open.

Examples :

"You can expand this compact umbrella to cover a large table."

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To increase the extent, number, volume or scope of (something).

Examples :

"A flower expands its leaves."

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To express (something) at length and/or in detail.

Examples :

"The teacher expanded on the history of the Civil War, explaining many details about the causes and effects. "

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To rewrite (an expression) as a longer, yet equivalent sum of terms.

Examples :

"Use the binomial theorem to expand {(x+1)}^4."

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(of an expression) To become, by rewriting, a longer, yet equivalent sum of terms.

Examples :

"The expression {(x+1)}^4 expands to x^4 + 4x^3 + 6x^2 + 4x + 1."

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To multiply both the numerator and the denominator of a fraction by the same natural number yielding a fraction of equal value

Examples :

"To get a common denominator, I expanded the fraction 1/2 by multiplying both the top and bottom by 3. "

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To change from a smaller form/size to a larger one.

Examples :

"Many materials expand when heated."

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To increase in extent, number, volume or scope.

Examples :

"The school library expanded its collection of books to include more science fiction novels. "

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To speak or write at length or in detail.

Examples :

"He expanded on his plans for the business."

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To feel generous or optimistic.

Examples :

"Seeing her daughter's success in school, Sarah expanded with pride and optimism about her future. "

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