enlargement
NounWordNet 3.0
Noun (4)
- the act of increasing (something) in size or volume or quantity or scopeSynonyms: expansion
- the state of being enlarged
- a discussion that provides additional informationSynonyms: expansionelaboration
- a photographic print that has been enlargedSynonyms: blowupmagnification
Webster's Dictionary (GCIDE)
Enlargement \En*large"ment\, n.
1.The act of increasing in size or bulk, real or apparent; the state of being increased; augmentation; further extension; expansion. [1913 Webster]
2.Expansion or extension, as of the powers of the mind; ennoblement, as of the feelings and character; as, an enlargement of views, of knowledge, of affection. [1913 Webster]
3.A setting at large, or being set at large; release from confinement, servitude, or distress; liberty. [1913 Webster]
Give enlargement to the swain.— Shak.[1913 Webster]
4.Diffusiveness of speech or writing; expatiation; a wide range of discourse or argument. [1913 Webster]
An enlargement upon the vices and corruptions that were got into the army.— Clarendon.[1913 Webster]