Expand
/ɪkˈspænd/noun
To increase in size, volume, or quantity.
Did you know?The concept of expansion has been linked to the ancient idea of growth as a divine or magical process, symbolizing potential and manifestation.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
expandere
“To spread out or unfold.”
Old French
Old French
espandre
“To scatter or spread.”
Middle English
Middle English
expand
“To enlarge or spread out.”
Modern English
English
expand
“To increase in size or volume.”