Meaning of the word grow in English

What does grow mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

grow

US /ɡroʊ/

UK /ɡroʊ/

to increase in size, amount, or degree

Example:

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The company's profits continue to grow.

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The population of the city is expected to grow rapidly.

Synonym:

increase expand develop flourish

Synonym:

shrink decrease decline

to cultivate or raise plants or crops

Example:

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They grow organic vegetables in their garden.

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Farmers grow wheat and corn in this region.

Synonym:

cultivate plant raise farm

to develop or mature over time

Example:

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Children grow quickly.

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He has grown into a responsible young man.

Synonym:

develop mature blossom progress

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