expansion
Translation
expansion, growth, extension, enlargement
Examples
The company is planning a major expansion.
The company is planning a major expansion.
The expansion of the universe is a known fact.
The expansion of the universe is a known fact.
Grammar Patterns
((the expansion of sth.)) the process of increasing (sth.) The expansion of the company was rapid.
((an expansion into sth.)) an act of entering a new area The company is planning an expansion into Asia.
Similar Words
Synonyms: growth, increase, enlargement; Antonyms: contraction, reduction
Etymology
From Latin 'expandere' (to spread out). The suffix '-ion' forms nouns denoting an action or process.
Memory Tips
This is the noun form of the verb 'expand'. Think of it as the 'action of expanding'.