accruable
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/əˈkruːəbl/
(accrue)
growth or increase
Etymology
Etymology Information
'accrue' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'acreue,' where 'ac-' meant 'to' and 'creue' meant 'growth.'
Historical Evolution
'acreue' transformed into the Middle English word 'accruen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'accrue.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to grow or increase,' and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to accumulate or receive over time.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being accrued or accumulated over time.
The interest on the savings account is accruable monthly.
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Last updated: 2025/04/15 23:06