Pronunciation: /dɪˈvɛləpm(ə)nt/
noun
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1the process of developing or being developed: she traces the development of the novel the paintings provide evidence of his artistic development
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a specified state of growth or advancement: the wings attain their full development several hours after birth
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[count noun] a new and advanced product or idea: the latest developments in information technology
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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
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3the process of converting land to a new purpose by constructing buildings or making use of its resources: land suitable for development
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[count noun] an area of land with new buildings on it: a major housing development in Essex
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4the process of starting to be affected by an ailment or feeling: the development of brittle bones
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5the 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
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6 Chess 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