widen

Definition

To become wide or wider.

Etymology

PIE word *dwóh₁ From wide + -en (verbal suffix).

Example Sentences

• "His eyes widened as her negligee fell to the floor."
• "But he still saw his side produce a rousing display which owed much to their lauded prowess from set-pieces, despite Uefa regulations meaning the pitch had to be widened and, in the process, the run-up area for Delap's long throws reduced."
• "She widened his trousers for him."