growth rate — the speed at which something grows or increases over a specific period
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the speed at which something grows or increases over a specific period
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɡroʊθ reɪt/
Example Sentences
- My hair's growth rate is so slow, I book haircuts six months in advance!
- The company's growth rate has been declining for three consecutive quarters.
- Scientists are studying the growth rate of bamboo to develop faster-growing crops.
growth rate
NOUN[/ˈɡroʊθ reɪt/]
the speed at which something grows or increases over a specific period
The startup's growth rate doubled every quarter, shocking investors at the board meeting.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Growth derives from Old English 'grōwan' (to grow), while rate comes from Latin 'rata' (reckoned or calculated). The compound term emerged in modern usage to describe the measured pace of increase or expansion.
Breakdown
growth (Old English grōwan, meaning to grow or increase) + rate (Latin rata, meaning calculated or fixed proportion). Together they form a compound denoting the measured speed of expansion.
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📝Examples
“My hair's growth rate is so slow, I book haircuts six months in advance!”
“The company's growth rate has been declining for three consecutive quarters.”
“Scientists are studying the growth rate of bamboo to develop faster-growing crops.”
“The growth rate of my student loan debt is scarier than any horror movie.”
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