👉 To change (something) from a smaller form and/or size to a larger one; to spread out or lay open.
Alright class, settle down, let’s take a peek, At the word ‘expanded,’ what does it truly speak? The dictionary gives us a helpful clue, "To change from small, something brand new!" Think of a tiny seed, so small and neat, Then rain comes down, a wonderful treat! It grows and stretches, reaching for the sky, That’s ‘expanded,’ you can surely spy! Or picture a folded piece of paper bright, You smooth it out with all your might. It spreads and opens, wide and free, That's 'expanded,' for you to see! So expanded means to grow or spread, From something compact, a different instead! Does that make sense? Any questions arise?