magnification
noun/ˌmæɡnɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
Frequency rank: #13,942 most common English word
Meaning
The process of making something appear larger than it is, especially through a lens or instrument.
Example sentence
The scientist used high magnification to study the tiny cells under the microscope.
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