Accretion

Accretion

The increase or accumulation of land by natural causes, as out of a lake or river.

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accretion

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Growth by virtue of an increase in intercellular material.

accretion

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Artificial build up of land due to the construction of a groin, breakwater, dam, or beach fill.

accretion

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The increase or accumulation of land by natural causes, as out of a lake or river.

accretion

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Slow growth in size or amount. Example: The accretion of the snow eventually trapped the car.

accretion

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The growth of planets from smaller objects by impact, one impact at a time. After formation, planets are said to have "accreted" from small objects.

accretion

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Accumulation of dust and gas into larger bodies.

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