v. 1 obtain or win (gain advantage; gain recognition). 2 acquire as profits etc., earn. 3 (often foil. by in) get more of, improve (gain momentum; gain in experience). 4 benefit, profit. 5 (of a clock etc.) become fast; become fast by (a specified amount of time). 6 (often foll. by on, upon) come closer to a person or thing pursued.? a reclaim (land from the sea). b win (a battle). 8 reach (a
