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Accrete Definition & Meaning

accrete
verb
  1. grow together (of plants and organs); "After many years the rose bushes grew together"
  2. grow or become attached by accretion; "The story accreted emotion"

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Frequently asked questions

What does accrete mean?
grow together (of plants and organs); "After many years the rose bushes grew together" grow or become attached by accretion; "The story accreted emotion"
What part of speech is accrete?
Accrete is a verb.
How many definitions does accrete have?
Accrete has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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