To make (a quantity) smaller.
Of a quantity, to become smaller.
A reduction in the number of stitches, usually accomplished by suspending the stitch to be decreased from another existing stitch or by knitting it together with another stitch. See Decrease (knitting).
An amount by which a quantity is decreased.
To make (something) larger.
To extend the time allowed for compliance with (an order or rule).
To increase the capacity of; to expand; to give free scope or greater scope to; also, to dilate, as with joy, affection, etc.
To speak or write at length upon or on (some subject); expand; elaborate
To get more astern or parallel with the vessel's course; to draw aft; said of the wind.
To grow larger.