CEFR B1

enlarge

verb

Meaning

To make or become larger or more extensive.

Examples

The company plans to enlarge its operations into new markets.
The doctor prescribed medication to enlarge the patient's pupils for an eye exam.

Synonyms: widen, expand, magnify, augment

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enlarge (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈlɑːrdʒ/

Definition

To make or become larger or more extensive.

Examples

The company plans to enlarge its operations into new markets.
The doctor prescribed medication to enlarge the patient's pupils for an eye exam.
We need to enlarge this image so we can see the fine print.

How to Use enlarge

enlarge on/upon (prepositional phrase): To give more details about something. — "She enlarged upon her previous statement, providing further evidence."

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