Definition of 'widen'

Verb

1. become broader or wider or more extensive; "The road widened"
      Antonyms: narrow contract
2. make (clothes) larger; "Let out that dress--I gained a lot of weight"
      Synonyms: let out
      Antonyms: take in
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"
      Synonyms: broaden extend

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