English / word
expand
verb B1MEANING IN ENGLISH
to become larger, or to make something larger
To increase in size, number, or importance.; To increase in size, number, or importance.
In context
01
The family wants to expand the kitchen.
02
The company plans to expand its online service.
Synonyms
grow,increase,extend
Antonyms
shrink,contract,reduce
Collocations
expand business,expand market,expand knowledge
Verb forms
Past: expanded · Past participle: expanded · -ing: expanding