To increase the intensity or degree of (something).
To raise (something) to a higher position.
To direct (the mind, thoughts, etc.) toward more worthy things.
To confer honor or nobility on (someone).
To promote (someone) to a higher rank.
To make (something or someone) more worthy or of greater value.
To increase the capacity of; to expand; to give free scope or greater scope to; also, to dilate, as with joy, affection, etc.
To extend the time allowed for compliance with (an order or rule).
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 make (something) larger.
To grow larger.