noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
broad sense; wide meaning
Used especially in contrast with 狭義 (narrow sense) when discussing definitions or interpretations of terms.
See also: 狭義
この言葉は広義では、もっと多くの意味を含む。
In a broad sense, this word includes many more meanings.
広義の解釈をすれば、この規則は適用できる。
Under a broad interpretation, this rule can be applied.
improper integral
Compound of 広 (wide) and 義 (meaning, sense). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the word is conventionally associated with a broad interpretation of a term.