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raising
/ˈɹeɪzɪŋ/
When used as a verb, "raising" always requires an object (something you are lifting or increasing). It is a transitive verb. Be careful not to confuse "raising" with "rising." While "raising" needs an object (e.g., "raising the flag"), "rising" happens on its own (e.g., "the sun is rising"). In the context of children or animals, "raising" focuses on the process of nurturing and teaching them as they grow up.
💬Casual Conversation
my dad's raising the roof about my grades. i'm cooked.
damn that's crazy. you still hopping on for the raid?
Meanings
To lift something to a higher position.
"She is raising her hand to ask a question."
To care for a child or animal until they are fully grown.
"They are raising three children in the countryside."
To increase the amount, level, or strength of something.
"The central bank is raising interest rates to combat inflation."
To collect money for a particular purpose.
"The charity is raising funds for the new hospital wing."