development

Definition

  • noun: the act or process of growing or causing something to grow or become larger or more advanced
  • noun: the act, process, or result of 'developing'
  • often + 'of'
  • synonyms: abiogenesis, access, accession

Examples

  • The company is working on (the) 'development of' a new method for recycling old tires.

  • The company offers many opportunities for professional/personal/career 'development'.

  • The company spends millions of dollars each year on 'research and development'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I'm sorry, El Macho? Hadn't we eliminated him as a suspect after the whole salsa incident? Yes, but there has been a new development, and I'm telling you, this is the guy. You need to arrest him immediately. And his deviously charming son! (..)
    2013 Despicable Me 2