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to grow
01
长大
to get larger and taller and become an adult over time
1.2
增长
(of hair, nails, etc.) to develop or become longer
例子
The cat's claws have grown quite sharp.
Her hair grew to shoulder length over the summer.
If a lizard's tail is amputated, a new tail will grow.
His beard started to grow in his late teens, giving him a more mature look.
1.3
培育水果或植物
to cause a plant to develop and give fruit or flowers
例子
She grows beautiful roses in her garden.
We need to grow more vegetables for the restaurant.
He's trying to grow organic strawberries.
They're planning to grow sunflowers this summer.
This region is known for growing apples.
1.4
增长
to let one's hair, nail, etc. become longer
例子
She's growing her nails for a special event.
He wants to grow a mustache this winter.
He decided to let his beard grow for a few months.
02
增加（大小、数量等）
to become greater in size, amount, number, or quality
2.1
增长
to make something become greater in size, amount, number, or quality
例子
The chef wants to grow the restaurant's reputation.
He's constantly seeking opportunities to grow the organization.
She's determined to grow her collection of rare coins.
We need to grow our savings for the future.
They are working hard to grow their social media presence.
03
增长
to gradually start to have a certain quality or to think or feel in a particular way
3.1
增长
(of people) to acquire and improve a specific skill or quality
例子
Supportive friends can help you grow socially.
He keeps growing as a musician.
Learning new languages can help you grow intellectually.
By attending workshops, she plans to grow professionally.
例子
Our puppy will grow into a big dog one day.
I can't believe how fast my nephew is growing.
Despite the harsh conditions, the desert cactus managed to grow and bloom.
The child grew taller day by day.
The student's understanding of the subject grew through the cumulative study of each chapter.
