Meaning of the word lend in English

What does lend mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

lend

US /lend/

UK /lend/

to give something to someone for a short period of time, expecting that they will give it back to you

Example:

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Can you lend me your pen for a moment?

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The bank refused to lend him any more money.

Synonym:

loan advance furnish provide supply

to contribute or add (a quality or characteristic) to something

Example:

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The candles lent a romantic atmosphere to the room.

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His experience will lend weight to our argument.

Synonym:

impart bestow confer add give