verb๐ShareTo change (something) from a smaller form and/or size to a larger one; to spread out or lay open."You can expand this compact umbrella to cover a large table."areamassphysicsbusinesseconomyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb๐ShareTo increase the extent, number, volume or scope of (something)."A flower expands its leaves."amountbusinesseconomynumberChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb๐ShareTo express (something) at length and/or in detail."The teacher expands on the topic of photosynthesis during the lesson, explaining each step in detail. "languagecommunicationwritingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb๐ShareTo rewrite (an expression) as a longer, yet equivalent sum of terms."Use the binomial theorem to expand {(x+1)}^4."mathtechnicalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb๐Share(of an expression) To become, by rewriting, a longer, yet equivalent sum of terms."The expression {(x+1)}^4 expands to x^4 + 4x^3 + 6x^2 + 4x + 1."mathlanguagecomputingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb๐ShareTo multiply both the numerator and the denominator of a fraction by the same natural number yielding a fraction of equal value"To find an equivalent fraction, the student expands 1/2 by multiplying both the numerator and denominator by 3, resulting in 3/6. "mathChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb๐ShareTo change from a smaller form/size to a larger one."Many materials expand when heated."areaphysicsChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb๐ShareTo increase in extent, number, volume or scope."The bakery expands its selection of pastries every month. "amountbusinesseconomyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb๐ShareTo speak or write at length or in detail."He expanded on his plans for the business."languagecommunicationwritingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb๐ShareTo feel generous or optimistic."After helping her neighbor with groceries, Maria's heart expands with warmth and happiness. "mindattitudeemotionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading