noun
Uncommon
enlargement
ihn-LAHJ-muhnt
Enlargement (noun) means the act of making something bigger, or the resulting increase in size. Example: “The clinic reported an unusual enlargement of the patient's liver.”
noun
1
The act of making something bigger, or the resulting increase in size.
"The clinic reported an unusual enlargement of the patient's liver."
2
An enlarged photograph or print.
"She had an enlargement made of her favourite wedding photo."
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Word forms
- Plural
- enlargements
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Etymology
From enlarge + -ment.
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Rhymes for enlargement
cement
element
clement
movement
pavement
tenement
inclement
abatement
amusement
statement
agreement
excrement
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Frequently asked questions
What does “enlargement” mean?
The word “enlargement” means the act of making something bigger, or the resulting increase in size.
How do you pronounce “enlargement”?
“Enlargement” is pronounced ihn-LAHJ-muhnt (/ɪnˈlɑɹd͡ʒ.mənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “enlargement” in a sentence?
Here is “enlargement” used in a sentence: “The clinic reported an unusual enlargement of the patient's liver.”
What part of speech is “enlargement”?
“Enlargement” is a noun.
Is “enlargement” a common word?
“Enlargement” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “enlargement” have?
“Enlargement” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of making something bigger, or the resulting increase in size.
