What does GAINS mean?

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Verb, Noun

Definitions:

As a verb, gains means to obtain or acquire something through effort or achievement. As a noun, gains means an increase in wealth or resources.

Pronunciations:

US: /ɡeɪnz/; UK: /ɡeɪnz/

Origin and Usage:

The word gains originated from the Middle English word "gayne," which means "profit or advantage." It has been in use since the 14th century. As a verb, gains is commonly used to describe the act of obtaining or acquiring something through effort or achievement. As a noun, gains is often used to refer to an increase in wealth or resources.

Synonyms:

As a verb: acquire, obtain, achieve, win, earn, attain. As a noun: profit, increase, advantage, benefit, improvement.

Related Words:

giant, grain, gamin, gaily, gable

Example Sentences:

• As a verb: She gains a lot of knowledge from reading books. (source: personal knowledge)
• As a noun: The company reported gains in revenue for the quarter. (source: Reuters)