Magnify
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British pronunciation/mˈæɡnɪfˌa‌ɪ/
American pronunciation/ˈmæɡnəˌfaɪ/

Definition & Meaning of "magnify"

to magnify
01

to make something appear more important or serious than it really is

02

to make something seem bigger

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The scientist used a microscope to magnify the tiny cells for detailed study.
The telescope can magnify distant stars, making them visible to the naked eye.
She used a magnifying glass to magnify the small print in the document.
03

to enlarge beyond bounds or the truth

04

to cause something to sound louder by using special equipment

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The amplifier was used to magnify the guitarist's music during the concert.
The hearing aid helped to magnify the sounds around him, making conversations easier to follow.
In the control room, technicians worked to magnify the audio signals for the broadcast.
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