Entry Word: broad

Function: adjective

Meaning: 1 having a greater than usual measure across <a broad expanse of water in the island-dotted lake> — see wide 1
2 having considerable extent <her broad knowledge of American politics makes her a much-sought-after guest on talk shows> — see extensive
3 not subject to misinterpretation or more than one interpretation <gave them a broad hint that it was time to leave> — see clear 2
4 relating to the main elements and not to specific details <a broad overview of the topic> — see general 2