Meaning of the word widening in English

What does widening mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

widening

US /ˈwaɪd.nɪŋ/
UK /ˈwaɪd.nɪŋ/

Verb

to make or become wider

Example:
The road is currently widening to accommodate more traffic.
Her eyes widened in surprise.

Adjective

becoming wider; increasing in width

Example:
The gap between rich and poor is constantly widening.
We observed a widening crack in the wall.
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