garner
1 Americanverb (used with object)
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to gather or deposit in or as if in a granary or other storage place.
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to get; acquire; earn.
He gradually garnered a national reputation as a financial expert.
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to gather or collect.
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a granary or grain bin.
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a store or supply of anything.
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verb
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an archaic word for granary
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archaic a place for storage or safekeeping
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Erroll. 1921–77, US jazz pianist and composer, noted for the jazz standard 'Misty' (1954)
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Helen. born 1942. Australian novelist and journalist. Her books include the novels Monkey Grip (1977), The Idea of Perfection (2002), The Children's Bach (1984), and The Spare Room (2008), and the nonfiction The First Stone (1995)
Etymology
Origin of garner
First recorded in 1125–75; Middle English garner, gerner, from Old French gernier, grenier, from Latin grānārium granary; -er 2
Example Sentences
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But Melanie Ferguson, a content creator behind the Southern Crush at Home platform, suggests other affordable ways to garner or fashion a basket on the cheap.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026
These common-sense concepts are compelling enough that they garner support across the ideological spectrum.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026
It’s possible, though unlikely, that Warsh is able to garner some Democratic votes, which would allow the vote to proceed.
From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026
When he turns 67, he will also garner an additional retirement allowance.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 23, 2026
Unfortunately, though the exhibition did garner coverage in local newspapers, not one story mentioned the reason for the event: to bring attention to the American team’s financial straits.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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