Definitions

1. verb

to become or make something larger in size, amount, or extent

“The company plans to expand its operations to new markets.”

2. noun

a process of becoming or making something larger in size, amount, or extent

“The company’s expansion led to the creation of new job opportunities.”

3. noun

an increase in size, amount, or extent

“The expansion of the city was due to an influx of new residents.”