Meaning of the word advances in English

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advances

US /ədˈvænsɪz/
UK /ədˈvɑːnsɪz/

Noun

1.

a development or improvement in a particular area

Example:
Medical advances have saved countless lives.
Technological advances have transformed our daily lives.
2.

money paid before it is due; a loan

Example:
The company offered him a cash advance against his next paycheck.
She requested an advance on her travel expenses.

Verb

make progress or move forward in a particular area

Example:
The army advances towards the enemy lines.
The research advances our understanding of the disease.