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1 to cause something to increase or become bigger, better, higher, etc.:
Her answers raised doubts/fears/suspicions in my mind.
This discussion has raised many important issues/problems.
The announcement raised a cheer/laugh.
I want to raise (= talk about) two problems/questions with you.
I want to start my own business if I can raise (= obtain) the money/cash/capital/funds.
formal The chapel was raised (= built) as a memorial to her son.
3 to take care of a person, or an animal or plant, until they are completely grown:
4 If you raise another player in a game of cards, you risk more money than that player has risked:
I'll raise you.
[ + two objects ] I'll raise you $50.
5 to end or stop:
6 to communicate with someone, especially by phone or radio:
7 an increase in the amount that you are paid for the work you do:
9 to cause something to become bigger or stronger; increase:
10 to take care of children or young animals until completely grown:
They raised a family and now want to enjoy their retirement.
11 to bring something to your attention; cause to be noticed:
13 to increase the amount, level, or quality of something:
The Bank of England was expected to raise the cost of borrowing after higher than expected inflation figures.
raise salaries/prices/taxes There is increasing pressure on exporters to raise prices in foreign markets.
raise awareness/standards/quality The new government is pledging to raise standards in education.
14 to manage to get money to invest in a business, project, property, etc.:
15 to mention something that you are worried or not sure about so that it can be examined and dealt with:
raise concerns/doubts/fears The company announced a package of reforms to address concerns raised by shareholders.
raise issues/objections/questions
17 to make or arrange a phone call, especially to discuss technical help, business, etc.: