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Meaning of Enlarge
The primary meaning of the word "Enlarge" is to make something larger or more extensive.
Definitions
- To make something larger or more extensive
- To increase the size, amount, or extent of something
- To amplify or magnify something, such as a picture or a sound
Etymology of Enlarge
The word "Enlarge" comes from the Old French word "enlargier", which is a combination of "en" (meaning "to make" or "to put") and "largier" (meaning "to make larger")
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe the act of making something larger or more extensive
Example Uses
- The company plans to enlarge its operations in the coming year
- The photographer used software to enlarge the image
- The new policy aims to enlarge the scope of the program to include more people