Expanding \Ex*pand"ing\, a.
That expands, or may be expanded; extending; spreading;
enlarging.
{Expanding bit}, {Expanding drill} (Mech.), a bit or drill
made adjustable for holes of various sizes; one which can
be expanded in diameter while boring.
{Expanding pulley} (Mach.), a pulley so made, as in sections,
that its diameter can be increased or diminished.