expander
|ex-pand-er|
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/ɪkˈspændər/
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/ɪkˈspændə/
(expand)
increase in size
Etymology
Etymology Information
'expander' originates from the Latin word 'expandere,' where 'ex-' meant 'out' and 'pandere' meant 'to spread.'
Historical Evolution
'expandere' transformed into the French word 'expandre,' and eventually became the modern English word 'expand' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to spread out,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to increase in size or volume.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a device or tool used to increase the size or volume of something.
The orthodontist used an expander to widen the patient's jaw.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42