accumulation

/əˌkjumjəˈleɪʃən/C1Loopy word list, level 6 · Master

Definition

  • n. the act of accumulating
  • n. (finance) profits that are not paid out as dividends but are added to the capital base of the corporation

Word forms

Plural
accumulations

Example sentences

  1. n.

    The accumulation of dust in the corners of the room made it look untidy.

  2. n.

    The accumulation of fat in the body can lead to health problems.