Lend
/lɛnd/
Definitions
- (v.) To grant temporary possession of something, typically money or property, under an agreement to return it.
The bank agreed to lend her the money for the house.
Forms
- lending
- lende
- lends
- lent
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Commentary
Often involves formal agreements specifying terms of repayment; distinguish clearly from 'loan' which can be noun or verb.
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