| 释义 |
phrasegain in
gain in sth if you gain in something, for example weight, height, or confidence, you become heavier, taller, more confident etc: The baby was starting to gain in weight. As he grew older, he gained in wisdom and experience.
gain in (something)To achieve more of some thing or attribute. Even just working there a year, I gained in knowledge of how the industry really works. That timid little girl has certainly gained in confidence over the course of the school year. gain in somethingto advance in a particular quality. Todd grew in stature and gained in wisdom. Mary gained in experience as the weeks went on. gain inv. To increase with respect to something: The athlete gained in strength, but lost in agility. |