Expand
6 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
To increase in size, volume, quantity, or scope by spreading out or unfolding. It can refer to physical growth, business development, or elaborating on ideas in greater detail.
“The company plans to expand its operations into three new countries next year.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ɛkˈspænd/
Syllables
ex·pand
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Wordle
Common word with vowels in positions 3 and 5; the X in position 2 is a distinctive feature.
Scrabble
Worth 16 points due to the X; position it on premium squares for maximum value.
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