accretion (C2)
noun
Pronunciation: /əˈkriːʃən/
Definition
The process of growth or increase, especially by gradual external addition or accumulation.
Examples
The accretion of wealth in the company was due to smart investments.
Scientists observed the accretion of dust particles around the young star.
The slow accretion of knowledge is essential for deep understanding.
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