accumulation
noun
ac·cu·mu·la·tion
ə-ˌkyü-m(y)ə-ˈlā-shən 
1
: something that has accumulated or has been accumulated
an impressive accumulation of knowledge
2
: the action or process of accumulating something : the state of being or having accumulated
the steady accumulation of snow
3
: increase or growth by addition especially when continuous or repeated
accumulation of interest
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Examples of accumulation in a Sentence
a vast accumulation of evidence about the dangers of smoking
the accumulation of leaves on the ground is proceeding at a much faster rate than my raking
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New Atlas, 2 Nov. 2024
Latinos’ Economic Gains Through Homeownership Are Gains for All
From an economic perspective, Latino wealth accumulation through homeownership is in the nation's best interest.
—Noreen Sugrue, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Experimental studies show that selenium may reduce fat accumulation in the liver by modulating certain enzymes.
—Brittany Lubeck, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 31 Oct. 2024
Breaking up sedentary or repetitive activities with stretch breaks can prevent the accumulation of fatigue and tension that causes soreness in the first place.
—Cindy Kuzma, SELF, 29 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for accumulation
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accumulation
noun
ac·cu·mu·la·tion
ə-ˌkyü-myə-ˈlā-shən
1
: a collecting together : amassing
2
: increase or growth by addition
3
: something accumulated : collection
Legal Definition
accumulation
noun
ac·cu·mu·la·tion
: increase or growth by addition especially when continuous or repeated
specifically
: an increase in the amount of a fund or property by the continuous addition to it of the income or interest it generates
to treat a stock dividend as principal when local law classifies it as income may be deemed an accumulation —W. M. McGovern, Jr. et al.
see also accumulation trust at trust
W. M. McGovern, Jr. et al. Note: Because they prevent the enjoyment and benefit of wealth, accumulations are deemed contrary to public policy. A provision in a will for an accumulation will be invalidated if found to be unreasonable by the court.
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