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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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   the process in which someone or something grows or changes and becomes more advanced: healthy growth and development. development of The documentary traced the development of popular music through the ages. The region suffers from under- /over-development (= having too little/much industry).

3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › developmentDevelopment Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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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. byjus.com › question-answer › what-is-development-mention-the-two-aspects-ofWhat is development? Mention the two aspects of development. -...

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   Development is a process that creates growth, brings in progress and positive change. Development is a healthy sign. Two aspects of development are. Economic growth or increase in people’s income. Social progress includes literacy, health and the provision of public services.

6. www.sociologydiscussion.com › society › development-meaning-and-Development: Meaning and Concept of Development - Sociology...

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   Development means “improvement in country’s economic and social conditions”. More specially, it refers to improvements in way of managing an area’s natural and human resources. In order to create wealth and improve people’s lives.

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. www.oed.com › dictionary › development_ndevelopment, n. meanings, etymology and more - Oxford English...

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   What does the noun development mean? There are 28 meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun development, four of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. development has developed meanings and uses in subjects including.

9. 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. This was a necessary step towards her own development as an artist.

10. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › developmentDevelopment - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms - Vocabulary.com

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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. There are many other definitions for this noun, too.

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

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    Britannica Dictionary definition of DEVELOPMENT. 1. [noncount] : the act or process of growing or causing something to grow or become larger or more advanced. Good nutrition is important for proper muscle development. efforts to promote economic development [= growth] experts in child development.