enlargement

noun
UK: /ɪnˈlɑːdʒmənt/
US: /ɪnˈlɑːrdʒmənt/

  1. The process of making something bigger.

    1. The enlargement of the photo made it easier to see.
    2. The planned enlargement of the airport will allow more flights.

  2. A photograph or image that has been made larger.

    1. I ordered an enlargement of my favorite family picture.
    2. The gallery displayed several enlargements of the artist's early work.

  3. An increase in size, scope, or extent.

    1. The enlargement of the company led to more job opportunities.
    2. The enlargement of the EU has created new trade partnerships.

Synonyms

increase growth extension magnification expansion

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "enlargement" in English means: The process of making something bigger., A photograph or image that has been made larger., An increase in size, scope, or extent..

The phonetic transcription of "enlargement" is /ɪnˈlɑːdʒmənt/ in British English and /ɪnˈlɑːrdʒmənt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "enlargement": increase, growth, extension, magnification, expansion.

Example usage of "enlargement": "The enlargement of the photo made it easier to see.". More examples on the page.