Meaning of the word grants in English
What does grants mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
grants
US /ɡrænts/
UK /ɡrɑːnts/
Noun
a sum of money given by an organization, especially a government, for a particular purpose
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The university received several grants for research projects.
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She applied for a government grant to start her business.
Verb
1.
agree to give or allow (something requested) to
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The committee decided to grant her request for additional funding.
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He was granted asylum in the country.
2.
admit or concede (something to be true)
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I grant that it's a difficult situation, but we have to try.
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He was unwilling to grant that his opponent had a valid point.