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expansion

Expansion (noun) means an act, process, or instance of expanding.

noun
1
An act, process, or instance of expanding.
2
The fractional change in unit length per unit length per unit temperature change.
3
A new addition.
4
A product to be used with a previous product.
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Etymology

Borrowed from French expansion, from Latin expānsiō. By surface analysis, expand + -sion.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of expansion?

"expansion" (noun) means an act, process, or instance of expanding.

What are the different meanings of expansion?

"expansion" has 3 main meanings: 1. An act, process, or instance of expanding; 2. The fractional change in unit length per unit length per unit temperature change; 3. A new addition.

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