verb (formal)
1 [V] ~ (to sb) (from sth) to increase over a period of time:
economic benefits accruing to the country from tourism * Interest will accrue if you keep your money in a savings account.
2 [VN] to allow a sum of money or debts to grow over a period of time
SYNACCUMULATE:
The firm had accrued debts of over $6m.
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Sourced from Main Dictionary in Lughet's collection.
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