1. An increase in the amount of money spent by individuals, businesses, or governments over a period of time
The government reported a 3% spending growth in the fiscal year.
O governo relatou um crescimento de gastos de 3% no ano fiscal.
2. The rate at which expenditure increases relative to a previous period
Consumer spending growth accelerated in the fourth quarter.
O crescimento de gastos dos consumidores acelerou no quarto trimestre.