Enlarge

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈlɑːrdʒ/

Definitions of enlarge

verb to make or grow larger in size, extent, or quantity

Example Sentences

A1 I need to enlarge this photo so I can see it better.

A2 She used a magnifying glass to enlarge the small text.

B1 The company plans to enlarge its production facilities next year.

B2 The architect proposed to enlarge the living room by knocking down a wall.

C1 The government decided to enlarge the national park to protect more wildlife.

C2 The artist used digital techniques to enlarge the painting without losing quality.

Examples of enlarge in a Sentence

formal The doctor recommended surgery to enlarge the patient's airway.

informal I'm thinking of enlarging the font on this document for easier reading.

slang I need to enlarge my sneaker collection, they're my favorite!

figurative Reading books can help enlarge your knowledge and perspective.

Grammatical Forms of enlarge

• past tense: enlarged
• plural: enlarges
• comparative: more enlarged
• superlative: most enlarged
• present tense: enlarge
• future tense: will enlarge
• perfect tense: have enlarged
• continuous tense: enlarging
• singular: enlarge
• positive degree: enlarge
• infinitive: to enlarge
• gerund: enlarging
• participle: enlarging

Origin and Evolution of enlarge

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old French and Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'enlarge' originated from the Old French word 'enlargier' which came from the Latin word 'largus' meaning 'abundant or copious'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'enlarge' has retained its meaning of making something bigger or expanding it, but it has also come to be used in a more figurative sense to mean to make something more extensive or comprehensive.