expansion
noun [ C or U ] uk/ɪkˈspæn.ʃən/ us/ɪkˈspæn.ʃən/
B2 （尺寸、数量或重要性的）扩大，增加，扩展
the increase of something in size, number, or importance
the rapid expansion of the software industry 软件业的迅速发展
Expansion into new areas of research is possible. 拓展新的研究领域是可能的。
an expansion of industry 工业的发展
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- We need a dynamic expansion of trade with other countries.
- The president said NATO expansion will finally erase the boundary line in Europe artificially created by the Cold War.
- Lack of space is the main restraint on the firm's plans for expansion.
- Any further industrial expansion in the area will face fierce opposition from environmentalists.
- Given the necessary investment, this region is perfect for economic expansion.