Expand
Verb
UK
/ɪkˈspænd/
US
/ɪkˈspænd/
Definition
To make something bigger, wider, or more detailed.
Example
"They plan to expand the school."
"The company wants to expand its stores to other countries next year."
"She expanded her essay by adding examples and explanations to make it clear and complete."
Explanation
Expand means to make something bigger, wider, or more detailed. For example, a company can expand its business to new cities. A balloon expands when you blow air into it. You can also expand your knowledge by reading or learning new things. In writing or speaking, you expand ideas by giving more details. Expand is about growth, increase, or spreading out. It is used in everyday life, business, education, and science.