widening Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. noun an increase in width
   broadening.
   
2. noun a part of a road that has been widened to allow cars to pass or park
   turnout.
   
3. noun the act of making something wider
   broadening.
   
4. verb become broader or wider or more extensive
   widen.
   
   • The road widened
5. verb make (clothes) larger
   let out; widen.
   
   • Let out that dress--I gained a lot of weight
6. verb make wider
   widen.
   
   • widen the road
7. verb extend in scope or range or area
   broaden; widen; extend.
   
   • The law was extended to all citizens
   • widen the range of applications
   • broaden your horizon
   • Extend your backyard

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