英语词汇“expansion”的英英意思、用法、释义、翻译、读音、例句、短语、词组-英语词典

单词	expansion
释义	expansion expansion /ɪkˈspæn.ʃ^ən/ noun [C or U] ► B2 the increase of something in size, number, or importance: » the rapid expansion of the software industry» Expansion into new areas of research is possible.» an expansion of industryThesaurus⁺: ↑Becoming bigger , ↑Enlarging and inflating • • • Extra Examples:» 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.
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