development
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Pronunciation:/dɪˈvɛləpm(ə)nt/
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[mass noun]- 1 the process of developing or being developed:she traces the development of the novel the paintings provide evidence of his artistic development
- a specified state of growth or advancement:the wings attain their full development several hours after birth
- [count noun] a new and advanced product or idea:the latest developments in information technology
- 2 [count noun] an event constituting a new stage in a changing situation:I don't think there have been any new developments since yesterday
- 3 the process of converting land to a new purpose by constructing buildings or making use of its resources:land suitable for development
- [count noun] an area of land with new buildings on it:a major housing development in Essex
- 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
- 6 Chessthe process of bringing one's pieces into play in the opening phase of a game
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