transcription, транскрипция: [ ik-ˈspan(t)-siv ]
adjective
Date: 1651
1. : having a capacity or a tendency to expand
2. : causing or tending to cause expansion
3.
a. : characterized by high spirits, generosity, or readiness to talk : open
grew expansive after dinner
b. : marked by or indicative of exaggerated euphoria and delusions of self-importance
an expansive patient
4. : marked by expansion ; especially : having a great expanse or extent : sizable , extensive
an expansive interpretation of the law
5. : characterized by richness, abundance, or magnificence
expansive living
expansive taste
• ex·pan·sive·ly adverb
• ex·pan·sive·ness noun