garner
UK: ˈɡɑːnə | US: ˈɡɑːrnər
vt. to gather or collect (something, such as information or approval)
vt. to store or deposit (grain or other goods)
n. (archaic) a granary or storage place for grain
The word "garner" traces back to Latin granarium, reflecting its original agricultural context of grain storage. Over time, it broadened metaphorically to mean collecting or accumulating anything of value (e.g., knowledge, support). The suffix -er solidifies its function as a noun or verb, depending on usage.
The team worked hard to garner public support for the new policy.
Ancient civilizations built granaries to garner crops for winter.
Her research garnered international acclaim.
The book aims to garner insights from diverse cultures.
(Archaic) The barn served as a garner for the village’s harvest.