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
Ulisesoo-LEE-sesSpanish
Sofronio-Spanish
Celia['si:ljə]
Athina-Greek
Ernust-Ancient Germanic
Hall[hɔ:l]