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Query expansion

What does “Query expansion” mean?

Query expansion: Adding related words, synonyms, or subqueries to improve search coverage.

Query expansion visual guide: Adding related words, synonyms, or subqueries to improve search coverage.
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What is an example of “Query expansion”?

A help search adds laptop charger as a related query for notebook power adapter.

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