1. the act or process of bringing up children
2. the act of lifting or moving something to a higher position

1. present participle of raise; lifting up or moving to a higher position
2. bringing up and caring for a child until adulthood
3. increasing the amount, level, or degree of something

Examples

• She is raising her hand to ask a question.
• They are raising three children on their own.
• The company is raising prices next month.
• Raising the flag is part of the morning ceremony.
• The raising of funds for charity was very successful.
• He spent years raising cattle on his ranch.
• The raising of the bridge allowed ships to pass underneath.