enlargement Meaning, Definition & Usage

noun the act of increasing (something) in size or volume or quantity or scope
expansion.
noun the state of being enlarged
noun a discussion that provides additional information
elaboration; expansion.
noun a photographic print that has been enlarged
magnification; blowup.

The act of increasing in size or bulk, real or apparent; the state of being increased; augmentation; further extension; expansion.
Expansion or extension, as of the powers of the mind; ennoblement, as of the feelings and character; as, an enlargement of views, of knowledge, of affection.
A setting at large, or being set at large; release from confinement, servitude, or distress; liberty.
Give enlargement to the swain. Shak.
Diffusiveness of speech or writing; expatiation; a wide range of discourse or argument.
An enlargement upon the vices and corruptions that were got into the army. Clarendon.