Dictionary entryCEFR B1noun
development
IPA pronunciation: /dɪˈveləpmənt/
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развитие, разработка
English definition
The process of growing, changing, or improving something over time.
Example
The development of new technology has changed the way we communicate.
Collocations
- economic development
- child development
- software development
- development project
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