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ampliate
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ampliate, v. t. [L. ampliatus, p. p. of ampliare to make wider, fr. amplus. See Ample.].
To enlarge. [1913 Webster]
"To maintain and ampliate the external possessions of your empire." [1913 Webster]
ampliate, a.
Having the outer edge prominent; said of the wings of insects. [1913 Webster]
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