ˈiŋkrəmənt, ˈink- noun
( -s )
Etymology: Middle English, from Latin incrementum, from increscere to increase + -mentum -ment — more at increase
1. : an increasing or growth in bulk, quantity, number, or value : enlargement , increase
2.
a. : something that is gained or added : an added quantity or character
b. : one of a series of regular consecutive additions of like or proportional size or value — compare unearned increment
c. : one of a series of minute additions : a slight or imperceptible augmentation
3. : increase in volume or value of a forest or its products during a given period
4.
a. : a positive or negative change in the value of one or more of a set of variables
b. : an amount of powder packed in a bag that may be added to or removed from the propelling charge of semifixed or separate loading ammunition to permit fire at varying ranges and with varying angles of impact