widen (v.)

  1. become broader or wider or more extensive; The road widened'

  2. make (clothes) larger; Let out that dress--I gained a lot of weight

    [ Syn: let out ]

  3. make wider; widen the road'

  4. extend in scope or range or area; The law was extended to all citizens; widen the range of applications; broaden your horizon; Extend your backyard

    [ Syn: broaden , extend ]

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