expand

Definitions of expand in various dictionaries:

verb - extend in one or more directions

verb - become larger in size or volume or quantity

verb - make bigger or wider in size, volume, or quantity

verb - grow vigorously

verb - exaggerate or make bigger

verb - add details, as to an account or idea

verb - expand the influence of

To express at length or in detail; enlarge on: expanded his remarks afterward.

To open (something) up or out; spread out: The bird expanded its wings and flew off.

To write (a quantity) as a sum of terms in an extended form.

To become greater in size, volume, quantity, or scope: Air expands when heated.

To speak or write at length or in detail: expand on a favorite topic.

To open up or out; unfold: The chair expands to form a day bed.

To feel expansive.

verb - to increase in size or volume