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Definition of expanse

expanse

/ɪkˈspæns/
ex · panse
Adverb:expansively
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Plural:expanses
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Adjective:expansive
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expanse Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A wide, continuous, and unobstructed area of something, typically land, sea, or sky.

Example

"The hikers stood on the ridge and gazed across a vast expanse of untouched snow."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'expanse' (a wide, open area of land, sea, or sky) with the similarly spelled 'expense' (the financial cost required for something).

• Rhymes for expanse

• Nearby Words

expandability
expandable
expander
expanse
expansion
expansionary
expansionist

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 15th century from Latin 'expansum' (that which is spread out), the neuter past participle of 'expandere' (to spread out), formed from 'ex-' (out) and 'pandere' (to spread or stretch).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Expanse. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/expanse
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