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ENLARGING

(verb, noun)
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Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Enlarging.

Enlarging - as a verb

Make larger

Example: "She enlarged the flower beds"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
increase10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Make large

Example: "Blow up an image"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blow upmagnify16

Become larger or bigger

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
grow8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing

Example: "She elaborated on the main ideas in her dissertation"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dilate7elaborate11expand16expatiate18exposit16expound17flesh outlucubrate13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
clarify15clear upelucidate12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Enlarging - as a noun

The act of one who enlarges.

Example Sentences

"She used an enlarging lens to print the photo."
"He underwent an enlarging surgery for his nasal passage."
"The enlarging print on the sign made it easier to read."
"The enlarging city skyline was a testament to its economic growth."
"The enlarging crowd gathered around the accident scene."
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Word Game Points

Is ENLARGING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, enlarging is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ENLARGING has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is ENLARGING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, enlarging is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ENLARGING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is ENLARGING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, enlarging is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ENLARGING has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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