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The correct spelling is expansion.
How to pronounce expansion
/ɪkˈspænʃən/
nounIPA: /ɪkˈspænʃən/
Say it like: Exp-anz-hon
The correct spelling is expansion. The act or process of expanding. For example: "The expansion of metals and plastics in response to heat is well understood."
Usage Examples
“The expansion of metals and plastics in response to heat is well understood.”
“My new office is in the expansion behind the main building.”
“This expansion requires the original game board.”
Definition
noun
- 1.The act or process 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.
- 5.That which is expanded; expanse; extended surface.
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