gain in



gain in something

to advance in a particular quality. Todd grew in stature and gained in wisdom. Mary gained in experience as the weeks went on.
See also: gain

gain in

v.
To increase with respect to something: The athlete gained in strength, but lost in agility.
See also: gain

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Livianalee-VYAH-nah (Italian)Italian, Ancient Roman
Jyotsna-Indian, Hindi
Nedelko-Macedonian
Zotikos-Ancient Greek
PietariPEE-e-tah-reeFinnish
LyssaLIS-əEnglish