To lift or move something to a higher position or level. She raised her hand to ask a question.
To increase the amount, level, or strength of something. The company plans to raise prices next year.
To bring up or rear children. They raised three children in a small town.
To bring a topic or issue to someone's attention. He raised the issue of safety during the meeting.
To collect or gather money or resources for a particular purpose. The charity event raised over $10,000 for the cause.
To cause something to be built or constructed. They plan to raise a new building on the site.
To awaken or rouse someone from sleep. She was raised from her sleep by a loud noise.
To cause or provoke (a feeling, reaction, or response). The news raised loud cheers from the audience.
Computing: to trigger or generate (an event, signal, or error). If the data is invalid, the program raises an exception.
To grow or breed (animals or plants) for consumption, sale, or other use. They raise corn and cattle on their farm.
An increase in salary or wages. After a year of hard work, she finally received a raise.
A single act or instance of lifting or moving something to a higher position. With one sharp raise of the curtain, the stage was revealed.
A bet in poker that is higher than the previous bet. He decided to make a raise, hoping to bluff his opponents.