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.:
Anyone wishing to dissent from the motion should now raise their hand.
The contraction of this muscle raises the lower arm.
The increase in interest rates will raise the cost of living.
The government's decision to raise taxes has caused a great furore.
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