Dictionary Entry
accretion
Part of SpeechnounPronunciation/ə.ˈkɹi.ʃən/Word FrequencyUncommon (3.67)Curriculum FrequencyLess common (1)The act of increasing by natural growth; especially the increase of organic bodies by the internal accession of parts; organic growth.
In a Sentence
“The accretion of sediment over millions of years formed the vast canyon.”
Published Usage Examples
“The Reserve's marshes and beaches are among the best-studied sites nationally with regard to long-term accretion and erosion (over thousands of years).”
“Analysts said even with the lack of immediate accretion to earnings per share as a potential negative, Williams can make a compelling case for long-term accretion from the deal.”
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Origin
From Latin 'accrescere' meaning 'to grow together'.
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Poetry examples for “accretion”
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