noun
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a developing or being developed.
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the development of a species organism or organ from its original or primitive state to its present or specialized state; phylogeny or ontogeny; evolution.
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an unfolding, opening out or working out; process of development, as from a simple to a complex form or of gradual, progressive change, as in a social and economic structure; evolution.
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an event or happening; a development.
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a successful, flourishing or thriving condition, esp. in financial respects; good fortune; prosperity.
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a greater supply or availability.