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Broadening
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verbreding, uitbreiding
the act of making something wider
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verbreding, uitbreiding
the action of making broader
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verbreding, uitbreiding
an increase in width
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verbreding
a process where the meaning of a word or concept expands or becomes more inclusive, encompassing a wider range of referents or interpretations than its original or core meaning
What is "broadening"?
Broadening is a linguistic process in which the meaning of a word expands to include a wider range of concepts or references than it originally had. This change allows a word to apply to more situations or items than before. For example, the word "holiday" originally referred specifically to a holy day but has broadened to mean any day of celebration or leisure. Broadening helps language evolve by allowing words to adapt to new contexts and uses, reflecting changes in culture and society. This process enhances communication by providing more flexible and inclusive language options.
broadening
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broaden
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