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   development

   /dɪˈvɛləpm(ə)nt/

   noun

   • 1. the process of developing or being developed: "she traces the development of the novel" Similar evolutiongrowthmaturingexpansionenlargementspreadbuildoutprogresssuccessblossomingbloomingburgeoningheadwayformingestablishmentinstitutioninitiationinstigationinaugurationoriginationinventiongeneration
   • ▪ a specified state of growth or advancement: "the wings attain their full development several hours after birth"
   • ▪ a new and advanced product or idea: "the latest developments in information technology"
   • 2. an event constituting a new stage in a changing situation: "I don't think there have been any new developments since yesterday" Similar eventturn of eventsoccurrencehappeningcircumstanceincidentphenomenonsituationissueoutcomeupshot
   • 3. the process of converting land to a new purpose by constructing buildings or making use of its resources: "land suitable for development"
   • ▪ an area of land with new buildings on it: "a major housing development in Essex" Similar estatecomplexsiteconglomeration
   • 4. the process of starting to be affected by an ailment or feeling: "the development of brittle bones"
   • 5. the process of treating photographic film with chemicals to make a visible image: "agitation is carried out while a film is processed to ensure even development"
   • 6. the process of bringing one's pieces into play in the opening phase of a game: "I sought to take advantage of Black's defective development"

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishDEVELOPMENT | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   DEVELOPMENT definition: 1. the process in which someone or something grows or changes and becomes more advanced: 2. a…. Learn more.

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   The meaning of DEVELOPMENT is the act, process, or result of developing. How to use development in a sentence.

4. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishDEVELOPMENT definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   A development is an event or incident which has recently happened and is likely to have an effect on the present situation. Police said there had been a significant development in the case. ...the latest developments in Moscow.

5. education.cfr.org › global-era-issues › developmentWhat Is Development? | CFR Education

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   What are the terms, trends, and debates that define international development? Learn about the evolution of efforts to improve the world—including global infrastructure, education, and health.

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   Development definition: the act or process of developing; growth; progress. See examples of DEVELOPMENT used in a sentence.

7. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishdevelopment noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   Definition of development noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

8. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryDEVELOPMENT definition | Cambridge Learner’s Dictionary

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   the process of growing, changing, or becoming more advanced: The nurse will do some tests to check on your child's development. There have been some major developments in technology recently. Fewer examples. intellectual and physical development. research into language development.

9. www.britannica.com › dictionary › developmentDevelopment Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary

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   DEVELOPMENT meaning: 1 : the act or process of growing or causing something to grow or become larger or more advanced often + of; 2 : the act or process of creating something over a period of time often + of

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    Development is the act of improving by expanding, enlarging, or refining. The merging of two university departments might lead to the development of a new curriculum.

11. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › american_englishdevelopment noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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    development. noun. /dɪˈvɛləpmənt/. growth. [uncountable] the gradual growth of something so that it becomes more advanced, stronger, etc. a baby's development in the womb the development of basic skills such as literacy and numeracy career development. Definitions on the go.