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Broaden Definition & Meaning

broaden
verb
  1. make broader; "broaden the road"
  2. 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"
  3. vary in order to spread risk or to expand; "The company diversified"
  4. become broader; "The road broadened"

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Frequently asked questions

What does broaden mean?
make broader; "broaden the road" 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" vary in order to spread risk or to expand; "The company diversified" become broader; "The road broadened"
What part of speech is broaden?
Broaden is a verb.
How many definitions does broaden have?
Broaden has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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