expands
verbUK /ɪkˈspændz/
US /ɪkˈspændz/
It gets bigger or takes up more space.
The balloon expands when you blow air into it.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. To spread out or open up fully.
The flower expands its petals in the morning sun.
3. To give more details about something.
She expands on her idea during the meeting.
4. To become larger in number or amount.
The company expands its team every year.