/ ədˈvɑːnsmənt; NAmE -ˈvæns-/ noun ( formal )
1.
[ U , C ] the process of helping sth to make progress or succeed; the progress that is made :
the advancement of knowledge / education / science
2.
[ U ] progress in a job, social class, etc. :
There are good opportunities for advancement if you have the right skills.
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WORD ORIGIN
Middle English : from Old French avancement , from avancer to advance.