Widener: meaning, definitions and examples

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widener

 

[ ˈwʌɪdənər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

person, agent

A widener refers to an individual or entity that expands or increases something, often in a specific context. This term can relate to those who improve access to resources, services, or opportunities.

Synonyms

enhancer, expander, improver

Examples of usage

  • The organization acts as a widener of educational resources.
  • She is a widener of community support initiatives.
  • Innovative technologies are wideners for global connectivity.

Translations

Translations of the word "widener" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ampliador

🇮🇳 बढ़ाने वाला

🇩🇪 Verbreiter

🇮🇩 peluas

🇺🇦 розширювач

🇵🇱 poszerzacz

🇯🇵 拡張器

🇫🇷 élargisseur

🇪🇸 ampliador

🇹🇷 genişletici

🇰🇷 확장기

🇸🇦 موسع

🇨🇿 rozšiřovač

🇸🇰 rozširovač

🇨🇳 扩展器

🇸🇮 širilec

🇮🇸 víkkari

🇰🇿 кеңейтуші

🇬🇪 გაფართოვებელი

🇦🇿 genişləndirici

🇲🇽 ampliador

Etymology

The term 'widener' originates from the verb 'to widen', which means to make something wider or broader. The root word 'wide' comes from Old English 'wīd', meaning 'broad' or 'spacious'. This term has evolved over time, particularly in the context of expansions in various fields such as technology, education, and social initiatives. The suffix '-er' indicates an agent or doer, thus creating the noun 'widener'. Although it is not frequently used in everyday language, it tends to appear in specialized contexts where broadening implications are discussed, such as in development, community engagement, or access to services.