Meaning & Definition of word "Grow"

Grow

/ɡroʊ/

1. to increase in size or amount over a period of time.
- Example: The plant will grow taller if it receives enough sunlight.
2. to develop or mature physically or mentally.
- Example: Children grow and learn new skills every day.
3. to cultivate or produce (a plant) by planting and nurturing it.
- Example: She decided to grow vegetables in her backyard.
4. to become gradually greater in size, amount, or intensity.
- Example: His interest in photography continued to grow over the years.

Old English 'growan', of Germanic origin; related to Dutch 'groeien' and German 'wachsen'.

grow up:

to mature from childhood to adulthood

grow on (someone):

to become more liked or appreciated

grow apart:

to become less close or friendly

grow out of:

to become too large for something

growth:

the process of increasing in physical size, development, or maturity

growing:

undergoing the process of growing

grown:

having reached maturity

Meaning: to increase in value or worth, especially in terms of business or investments

Example Sentence: That stock is really growing right now.

Meaning: to develop or improve in a personal or social context

Example Sentence: I really hope you grow from this experience.