ACCRETION


Meaning of ACCRETION in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ə-ˈkrē-shən ]

noun

Etymology: Latin accretion-, accretio, from accrescere — more at accrue

Date: 1615

1. : the process of growth or enlargement by a gradual buildup: as

a. : increase by external addition or accumulation (as by adhesion of external parts or particles)

b. : the increase of land by the action of natural forces

2. : a product of accretion ; especially : an extraneous addition

accretion s of grime

• ac·cre·tion·ary -shə-ˌner-ē, -ˌne-rē adjective

• ac·cre·tive ə-ˈkrē-tiv adjective

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