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
KarstenKAHR-sten (Low German)Low German, Danish, Norwegian
Anbu-Tamil
Gale (2)GAYLEnglish
WaltWAWLTEnglish
Nikeishani-KEE-shəAfrican American (Rare)
TuomoTOO-o-moFinnish