development (EN)

noun

noun “development”

1. the process of change in a positive direction
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   The development of basic skills like cooking is important for the new generation.
2. the way a living organism grows by adding new cells
   Frog eggs undergo rapid developments before becoming tadpoles.
3. creation of something new (e.g. a technology)
   The development of the electric car has revolutionized the automotive industry.
4. the improvement of a country or region's economy through more business activities
   The new factory's opening has spurred the local development by providing hundreds of jobs.
5. a new event or phase that could change the outcome of an ongoing situation
   The recent development in the case has led the police to a new suspect.
6. a project that includes building commercial or residential structures
   The new housing development on Maple Street will include both apartments and townhouses.
7. using land to build on it for profit
   The company is planning a new housing development on the outskirts of the city.
8. in chess, strategically placing pieces or the strategy behind it
   In this game, careful development of her knights allowed her to control the center of the board early on.
9. a part of a musical piece where the theme is explored and varied
   During the development of the symphony, the composer skillfully transformed the main theme, introducing complex variations that captivated the audience.