To respond to an initial bet by increasing the amount required to continue in the hand
a reserved word used in a raise statement to raise a user-defined exception Raise Statement - a simple statement that raises an exception 3 8, 3 9, 4 9, A 1
To bring to a higher condition or situation; to elevate in rank, dignity, and the like; to increase the value or estimation of; to promote; to exalt; to advance; to enhance; as, to raise from a low estate; to raise to office; to raise the price, and the like
put forward for consideration or discussion; "raise the question of promotions"; "bring up an unpleasant topic"
If an event raises a particular emotion or question, it makes people feel the emotion or consider the question. The agreement has raised hopes that the war may end soon The accident again raises questions about the safety of the plant
to make something rise or increase (e g prices, tax rates); or to obtain capital