accumulate

US /əˈkjuː.mjə.leɪt/
UK /əˈkjuː.mjə.leɪt/
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1.

积累, 积聚, 堆积

gather or acquire an increasing number or quantity of

:
Over the years, he accumulated a vast collection of books.
多年来,他积累了大量的书籍。
Dust and dirt quickly accumulate in an empty house.
灰尘和污垢很快就会在空房子里积聚
2.

累积, 增加, 增长

increase in quantity or extent over a period of time

:
The evidence against him began to accumulate.
不利于他的证据开始积累
Interest will accumulate on the unpaid balance.
利息将在未付余额上累积