accumulate

/əˈkjuːmjəˌleɪt/
verb
  1. To gather or collect over time, often in increasing amounts.
    • She managed to accumulate a large collection of vintage stamps.
    • Over the years, the company accumulated significant debt.
    • Dust tends to accumulate on surfaces if you don't clean regularly.
  2. To gradually increase in number or quantity.
    • Evidence started to accumulate that the plan was not working.
    • Interest will accumulate on your savings account each month.
    • Snow began to accumulate on the roads, making driving dangerous.
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