Expander

Pronunciation: /ˈɛksˈpændɝ/

Expander (noun)

  1. A tool used to make an opening wider, so something can fit more easily.
  2. A dental device that slowly widens the upper jaw or teeth space.
  3. A device that increases the difference between quiet and loud sounds in audio.

Examples

  • The dentist used an expander to widen my mouth.
  • An expander helps widen the mouth during treatment.