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magnification

/mæɡˈnɪfɪkeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does magnification mean?

noun

The process or act of making something appear larger, or the degree to which something appears larger than it really is. The act of increasing the apparent size of something.

Example

"The use of a magnification lens allowed the scientist to examine the tiny details of the sample."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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