ampliate Meaning, Definition & Usage

Am"pli*ate transitive verb

Etymology

L. ampliatus, p. p. of ampliare to make wider, fr. amplus. See Ample.

Definitions

1. To enlarge. R.

   To maintain and ampliate the external possessions of your empire. Udall.

Am"pli*ate adjective

Definitions

1. (Zoöl.) Having the outer edge prominent; said of the wings of insects.