Meaning of the word accrue in English
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accrue
US /əˈkruː/
UK /əˈkruː/
Verb
1.
to accumulate or receive (payments or benefits) over time
Example:
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Interest will accrue on the account daily.
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Benefits accrue from the new policy.
2.
(of a benefit or sum of money) be received by someone in regular or increasing amounts over time
Example:
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The dividends accrued to the shareholders.
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The interest accrued to her benefit.
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