(v) :
to grow or increase in bulk or stature; to grow vigorously or luxuriantly, to flourish; to increase in wealth or success; to prosper, be profitable
"1819: “It seems to me, reverend father,†said the knight, “that the small morsels which you eat, together with this holy, but somewhat thin beverage, have thriven with you marvellously.† Walter Scott, Ivanhoe"
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(v) :
to grow or increase in bulk or stature; to grow vigorously or luxuriantly, to flourish; to increase in wealth or success; to prosper, be profitable
"1819: “It seems to me, reverend father,†said the knight, “that the small morsels which you eat, together with this holy, but somewhat thin beverage, have thriven with you marvellously.† Walter Scott, Ivanhoe"