expandedcharacterset
nounUK /ɪkˈspændɪd ˈkærəktə sɛt/
US /ɪkˈspændɪd ˈkærəktər sɛt/
An expanded character set is a bigger group of letters, numbers, and symbols that a computer can use.
The new font supports an expanded character set, so it can display letters from many languages.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A character set that includes additional symbols beyond the basic ASCII range.
The software uses an expanded character set to show accented letters and currency signs.
3. A collection of characters extended to cover multiple writing systems.
Unicode is a well-known expanded character set that covers most of the world's scripts.
4. A set of printable characters increased to include special graphics and control symbols.
The printer manual lists the expanded character set available in its memory.