plural of expandability

A representation of a number in terms of powers of a base, such as the representation of 1234 as 4⨯16²+13⨯16+2⨯16⁰ or the representation of 2345 as 2000+300+40+5.

In fiction, the extension of a media franchise (i.e. a television show, series of feature films, etc.) with other media (generally comics and original novels), often with the result being that the stories described in the other media are not considered canon in the original.

plural of expanded universe

(dated) An alloy that has expanded upon cooling. / Sheet metal that has been slit and stretched at right angles to the slits to form a lattice; used for making screens etc and for reinforcing concrete.

(computing) On x86-compatible PCs, a way to increase available memory beyond the 640 kilobytes usable by DOS, through use of bank switching.

plural of expanded form

(dentistry) A device used to widen the upper jaw so that the bottom and upper teeth will fit together better.

palatal expander

An exercise device consisting of two handles joined by steel springs, used to develop the muscles of the chest.