Synonyms for Accretion

Definition of accretion

noun
  1. an increase by natural growth or addition
  2. something contributing to growth or increase; "he scraped away the accretions of paint"; "the central city surrounded by recent accretions"
  3. (astronomy) the formation of a celestial object by the effect of gravity pulling together surrounding objects and gases

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Writing tips for "accretion"

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"Accretion" in song lyrics

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  • "colorado river rediction accretion"
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