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Liking and understanding growth (12)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

appreciation

I believe this clue is a triple definition!

'liking' is the first definition.
(thesaurus)

'and' is a link.

'understanding' is the second definition.
(appreciation is a kind of understanding)

'growth' is the third definition.
(thesaurus)

(Other definitions for appreciation that I've seen before include "Rise" , "An expression of gratitude" , "It is shown by applause" , "Gratitude; increase in value" , "recognition" .)

I've seen this clue in The Sunday Times.
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