unexpectedly-expanded
|un-ex-pect-ed-ly-ex-pand-ed|
B2
/ˌʌnɪkˈspɛktɪdli ɪkˈspændɪd/
(expand)
increase in size
Etymology
Etymology Information
'expand' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'expandere,' where 'ex-' meant 'out' and 'pandere' meant 'to spread.'
Historical Evolution
'expandere' transformed into the French word 'expandre,' and eventually became the modern English word 'expand' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to spread out,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to increase in size or scope.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having grown or increased in size or scope in a way that was not anticipated.
The project was unexpectedly-expanded, requiring more resources than initially planned.
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Last updated: 2025/06/24 10:32