grow — to increase in size, amount, or degree; to develop
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to increase in size, amount, or degree; to develop
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɡroʊ/
Example Sentences
- My hair grows faster when I eat more pizza.
- She wants to grow her own organic vegetables.
- The company's profits continue to grow steadily.
grow
VERB[/ɡroʊ/]
to increase in size, amount, or degree; to develop
The tomato seedling she planted in spring continues to grow into a tall vine.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Old English 'growan', meaning 'to become green' or 'to increase in size'. It originates from the common Germanic root shared with German 'grünen' (to become green), reflecting the Proto-Germanic connection between growth and the colour green in early Germanic languages.
Breakdown
Old English 'growan' > Modern English 'grow'. The root is Proto-Germanic *gro-, related to the concept of verdancy and natural increase, with the Old English infinitive suffix -an evolving into the modern base form.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My hair grows faster when I eat more pizza.”
“She wants to grow her own organic vegetables.”
“The company's profits continue to grow steadily.”
“He grew three inches taller over the summer vacation.”
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