opgroeien

Definitions of opgroeien
  1. verb
    cause to grow or develop
    synonyms:
    groeien, wassen
    increase in size by natural process
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    type of:
    beschaven, civiliseren, cultiveren, gevormd, ontplooien, ontwikkelen, vormen
    cause to grow and differentiate in ways conforming to its natural development
  2. verb
    cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques
    synonyms: bebouwen, boeren
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    type of:
    kweken, planten, telen, verbouwen
    foster the growth of
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