Meaning of the word rising in English

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rising

US /ˈraɪ.zɪŋ/
UK /ˈraɪ.zɪŋ/
"rising" picture

Adjective

1.

increasing in amount, size, or intensity

Example:
The cost of living is rising steadily.
We observed a rising trend in sales.
2.

moving upwards

Example:
The rising sun cast long shadows.
We watched the hot air balloon rising into the sky.

Noun

1.

an act of moving upwards; an ascent

Example:
The balloon's slow rising was mesmerizing.
The rising of the dough indicates the yeast is active.
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