earning
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Definitions ofearning
- To gain (success, reward, recognition) through applied effort or work.
Example: "You can have the s'mores: you earned them, clearing the walkway of snow so well."
- To receive payment for work.
Example: "He earns seven million dollars a year as CEO. My bank account is only earning one percent interest."
- To receive payment for work.
Example: "Now that you are earning, you can start paying me rent."
- To cause (someone) to receive payment or reward.
Example: "My CD earns me six percent!"
- To achieve by being worthy of.
Example: "to earn a spot in the top 20"
- To curdle, as milk.
- To long; to yearn.
- To grieve.
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