accumulate
US /əˈkjumjəˌlet/
・UK /əˈkju:mjəleɪt/
C2
verb
- To gather or acquire so that you have more of it
- To gather or collect (something), often over time.
other
- To gather or collect (something), especially over a period of time.
- To gather or collect (something), especially over a period of time.
other
- To increase in quantity or amount over time.
Examples
Dirt must not be allowed to accumulate.
Toxic chemicals tend to accumulate in the body.