expansion
1. [ noun ] the act of increasing in size or volume or quantity or scope
Synonyms: enlargement
Related terms: contraction increase extension stretching magnification distention inflation dilation enlarge
2. [ noun ] an interpretation that provides additional information
Synonyms: elaboration enlargement
Related terms: discussion interpretation embellishment expatiation elaborate
3. [ noun ] adding information or detail
Synonyms: expanding_upon
Related terms: increase amplification annotation supplementation elaborate
Similar spelling:   expansionist
  expansionism
  expansive
  expansile
  expand
  expansible
  expanse
  expansivity
  expansively
  expanded
  expanding
  expandible
  expandable
  expense