De expansie
Example: De expansie van het Romeinse rijk veranderde Europa voorgoed.
Definition
"De expansie" refers to the process or act of expanding, especially in a historical context such as the growth of an empire or territory. It describes the increase in size, influence, or scope, as in the expansion of the Roman Empire changing Europe forever.
Etymology
The term "de expansie" comes from the Latin word 'expansio,' meaning 'to spread out' or 'to extend.' It entered Dutch through French or Latin during historical periods of territorial growth. Did you know? The word captures the dynamic nature of historical growth and conquest.
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"De expansie" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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