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    lend
    /lɛnd/

    verb

    • 1. grant to (someone) the use of (something) on the understanding that it will be returned: "Stewart asked me to lend him my car" Similar loangive someone the loan oflet someone uselet someone have the use ofOpposite borrowwithhold
    • 2. contribute or add (a quality) to: "the smile lent his face a boyish charm" Similar addimpartgivebestowOpposite detract

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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishLEND | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    Learn the meaning of lend as a verb in English, with different senses and usage. Find out how to use lend in sentences, idioms, and business contexts, and see synonyms and antonyms.

  3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › lendLend Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    Learn the meaning, synonyms, examples, and history of the verb lend, which means to give for temporary use or to let out money with interest. Find out the difference between lend and loan, and how to use lend in a sentence.

  4. www.dictionary.com › browse › lendLEND Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    to give (money) on condition that it is returned and often that interest is paid for its temporary use. to give or contribute obligingly or helpfully: to lend one's aid to a cause.

  5. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishLEND definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    Learn the meaning and usage of the verb lend, which means to give or allow something to be used or have for a period of time. Find out the synonyms, pronunciation, grammar, and related expressions of lend.

  6. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishlend verb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage notes...

    Definition of lend verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

  7. www.thefreedictionary.com › lendLend - definition of lend by The Free Dictionary

    Lend means to give or allow the use of something temporarily, often with the expectation of return. Learn the past tense, gerund, and related words of lend, and see examples and idioms with lend.

  8. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishLEND | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

    Learn the meaning of lend, a verb that means to give something to someone for a period of time, expecting that they will then give it back to you. See how to use lend in different contexts and phrases, and compare it with other verbs.