Definitions

1. verb

to come or be added to something as a result of regular or repeated addition; to gather or come together over time

“The interest on the savings account will accrue over the next year.”

2. verb

to become entitled to something, especially money, as a result of a process or event

“The workers will accrue sick leave as they work for the company.”

3. noun

something that is gathered or accumulated over time, especially money or interest

“The employee’s vacation pay will be the total of what has accrued over the past year.”

4. verb

to be added or come into existence, especially gradually or over a long period

“The company’s profits have accrued significantly over the past decade.”