v.
1.pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute
2.become larger, greater, or bigger
3.increase in size by natural process
4.cause to grow or develop
5.develop and reach maturity
6.come into existence
7.cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques
8.come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes)
9.grow emotionally or mature 10.become attached by or as if by the process of growth
Idiom of the Day
bide one's time
to patiently wait for an opportunity to occur.
The vice-president is biding his time as he waits to become president of the company.