grow

verb

1. pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become

   verb.change

   Synonyms turn

   Source: WordNet 3.0

2. become larger, greater, or bigger; expand or gain

   verb.change

   Source: WordNet 3.0

3. increase in size by natural process

   verb.change

   Examples

   Corn doesn't grow here.

   In these forests, mushrooms grow under the trees.

   Her hair doesn't grow much anymore.

   Source: WordNet 3.0

4. cause to grow or develop

   verb.change

   Examples

   He grows vegetables in his backyard.

   Source: WordNet 3.0

5. develop and reach maturity; undergo maturation

   verb.change

   Synonyms maturate mature

   Source: WordNet 3.0

6. come into existence; take on form or shape

   verb.stative

   Synonyms arise develop originate rise spring up uprise

   Source: WordNet 3.0

7. cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques

   verb.creation

   Examples

   We grow wheat here.

   Synonyms farm produce raise

   Source: WordNet 3.0

8. come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes)

   verb.body

   Synonyms acquire develop get produce

   Source: WordNet 3.0

9. grow emotionally or mature

   verb.change

   Synonyms develop

   Source: WordNet 3.0

10. become attached by or as if by the process of growth

    verb.change

    Examples

    The tree trunks had grown together.

    Source: WordNet 3.0

11. To increase in size by a natural and organic process; to increase in bulk by the gradual assimilation of new matter into the living organism; -- said of animals and vegetables and their organs.

    verb

    Source: webster1913

12. To cause to grow; to cultivate; to produce; as, to <i>grow</i> a crop; to <i>grow</i> wheat, hops, or tobacco.

    verb

    Source: webster1913