Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
accruing
verb
/əˈkruːɪŋ/
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Definition
The act of accumulating or increasing over time, specifically in relation to financial benefits or interest.
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Examples
- Interest on your savings account is accruing daily.
- She is expecting her vacation days to start accruing after six months of employment.
- The company reported an accruing debt that was due at the end of the year.
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Meaning
Accruing refers to the gradual accumulation of something, such as payments, interest, or other benefits, that build up over a period of time.
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Synonyms
- Accumulating
- Increasing
- Assembling
- Gathering